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Assam CM Assures No LPG Shortage Amid West Asia Conflict Concerns

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has assured residents there is no shortage of cooking gas in the state, urging people not to panic. His statement addresses concerns over potential supply disruptions stemming from the escalating Israel-Iran conflict in West Asia. Sarma noted that the Indian government is in communication with multiple countries to ensure an uninterrupted supply of liquefied petroleum gas. Officials confirm that oil marketing companies have adequate stock and distribution systems are fully operational across Assam.

Key Points: Assam No LPG Shortage, Says CM Himanta Amid Supply Fears

  • CM assures adequate LPG stock
  • Panic buying not warranted
  • India in talks for secure supply
  • Social media rumors addressed
  • Supply chains fully operational
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No shortage of LPG in Assam: CM Sarma

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma assures no cooking gas shortage, urges public not to panic as India works to secure LPG supply chains.

"There is no shortage of cooking gas in Assam. People should not panic. - Himanta Biswa Sarma"

Guwahati, March 11

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday assured that there is no shortage of cooking gas in the state amid concerns over a possible supply disruption in India due to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran.

Speaking to reporters here, Sarma said the state government has been closely monitoring the situation following reports of a potential LPG supply crisis triggered by the tensions in West Asia.

"There is no shortage of cooking gas in Assam. People should not panic," the Chief Minister said, adding that the situation remains under control.

He noted that the Government of India is already in touch with several countries to ensure uninterrupted supply of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) to the country.

According to Sarma, India has a diversified energy import network and the Centre is taking necessary steps to prevent any disruption in supply chains.

"The Government of India has established communication with multiple countries regarding energy supplies. There is no immediate concern about LPG availability in Assam," he said.

The Chief Minister's remarks come amid growing speculation on social media and in some regions about a possible shortage of LPG cylinders following rising tensions in West Asia.

Energy markets have been volatile due to fears that a prolonged conflict between Israel and Iran could affect global oil and gas supply routes.

India imports a significant portion of its LPG requirements, and any disruption in shipping lanes or supply from the Gulf region often raises concerns about domestic availability and prices.

However, Sarma said the situation does not warrant panic buying or hoarding of cylinders. He urged people to continue purchasing LPG as usual and avoid spreading rumours about shortages.

Officials said that oil marketing companies have adequate stock and distribution systems remain fully operational across Assam.

The state government is also coordinating with central agencies and petroleum companies to ensure that supply chains remain stable. Authorities have further appealed to the public not to create unnecessary panic, reiterating that there is currently no LPG crisis in Assam and normal supply is being maintained across the state.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Good to hear assurances, but the real test is at the distributor level. Last month my refill was delayed by a week. Hope the supply chain is as robust as they claim. The government needs to ensure prices don't shoot up because of global tensions.
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Aman W
Social media rumours cause more damage than the actual problem sometimes. People start hoarding and then there *is* a shortage. We need to be responsible and listen to official channels, not WhatsApp forwards.
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Sarah B
While the assurance is welcome, it highlights our over-dependence on imports from volatile regions. Long-term, India must seriously invest in alternatives like biogas and electric cooking, especially in rural areas. Energy security is national security.
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Vikram M
The CM is right to urge calm. Panic buying is what creates artificial scarcity. My mother was already worried. I'll share this article in our family group to reassure everyone. Thanks for the clear communication.
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Karthik V
Respectfully, such announcements need to be backed by visible action on the ground. Are there enough trucks? What's the buffer stock? Just saying "don't panic" isn't enough. Transparency with data would build more trust.

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