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Gujarat Assures Ample Fuel Stock, Urges Public to Avoid Panic Buying

The Gujarat government, along with Indian Oil Corporation and the Petroleum Dealers Association, has issued a joint statement refuting rumours of petrol and diesel shortages in the state. Officials confirmed that sufficient fuel is available at all depots, terminals, and petrol pumps, with the state maintaining an adequate buffer stock. They urged citizens not to panic or form long queues, attributing the concerns to misleading social media messages. The statement warned that strict legal action would be taken against any fuel dealer who deliberately closes a pump despite having stock.

Key Points: Gujarat Denies Fuel Shortage Rumours, Has Buffer Stock

  • Govt denies fuel shortage rumours
  • Adequate buffer stock available statewide
  • Legal action for dealers keeping pumps closed
  • Oil companies extend supply hours
  • Public urged to ignore social media rumours
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No need to queue at petrol pumps; state has sufficient buffer stock available: Gujarat govt

Gujarat government and oil companies assure sufficient petrol and diesel stock, warn against rumours and panic buying. Legal action threatened for dealers causing inconvenience.

"citizens need not form long queues or panic, as the state also maintains an adequate fuel buffer stock - Gujarat CMO release"

Gandhinagar, March 24

Amid rumours of petrol and diesel shortages in some cities, the Gujarat government, Indian Oil Corporation, and the Petroleum Dealers Association issued a joint statement assuring the public that adequate fuel stock is available across the state.

In this regard, Additional Chief Secretary of the Food and Civil Supplies Department, Mona Khandhar, stated that sufficient quantities o petrol and diesel are available at all petrol pumps in the state as per requirement.

She said citizens need not form long queues or panic, as the state also maintains an adequate fuel buffer stock, eliminating any need for concern or haste, according to the Gujarat CMO.

The Additional Chief Secretary further added that reports of petrol and diesel shortages in certain places are merely rumours. Moreover, strict legal action will be taken against any dealer who deliberately keeps a pump closed despite having sufficient stock or causes inconvenience to the public.

The State Nodal Officer and Executive Director of Indian Oil Corporation (IOCL), Sanjib Behera, stated that adequate petrol and diesel inventory is available at all depots and terminals across Gujarat. He assured that citizens need not queue at petrol pumps, as fuel will be available whenever required, the release noted.

The President of the Petroleum Dealers Association of India stated that oil companies have extended supply hours and increased stock availability. He urged citizens not to crowd petrol pumps due to misleading messages or rumours on social media, assuring that there is no fuel shortage in Gujarat and none is expected in the future.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good to hear! But I hope the action against dealers who keep pumps closed is actually enforced. Last time there were rumours, some pumps in my area mysteriously "ran out" and charged extra.
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Sarah B
As someone who just moved to Ahmedabad, this is reassuring. The queues yesterday were insane. Social media rumours can really cause chaos. Thanks for the clear communication.
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Vikram M
The buffer stock news is key. Gujarat usually manages these things well. People just need to be sensible and not forward every WhatsApp message they get. #NoPanic
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Aman W
While the assurance is welcome, the government should also track down the source of these rumours. Who benefits from creating this panic? That needs to be addressed.
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Kavya N
My father stood in line for an hour because of these rumours! I'm glad the authorities clarified quickly. Hope people listen and go about their normal schedule for refueling.

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