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No Fuel Shortage in India, Says Petroleum Ministry Amid Panic Buying

The Petroleum Ministry has firmly denied any shortage of petrol, diesel, or LPG in the country, calling related rumours completely unfounded. It assured citizens that all retail outlets are operating normally with adequate supplies and refineries are working at optimum capacity. Joint Secretary Sujata Sharma addressed public concerns, urging people not to engage in panic buying based on misinformation. The government reiterated its commitment to ensuring uninterrupted energy access and highlighted its focus on expanding PNG infrastructure.

Key Points: India Has No Petrol, Diesel, LPG Shortage: Govt Clarifies

  • Ministry denies fuel shortage
  • Public told to avoid panic buying
  • Refineries at optimum capacity
  • PNG and CNG supply at 100%
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"No shortage of petrol, diesel, LPG in country," says Petroleum Ministry

Petroleum Ministry assures adequate fuel supply, refutes rumours of shortage. Public advised against panic buying as refineries operate at full capacity.

"I want to assure the nation that we have adequate petrol and diesel. There is no scarcity... - Sujata Sharma"

New Delhi, March 26

The Petroleum Ministry on Thursday clarified that India's energy supply is fully secure and stable. The Ministry further stated that there is no shortage of petrol, diesel, or LPG anywhere in the country. All retail outlets are operating normally, with adequate supplies. Misinformation and panic-driven narratives are completely unfounded.

The Ministry said that citizens are advised to rely only on official sources and avoid spreading rumours. Government remains committed to ensuring uninterrupted energy access for every citizen.

The Petroleum Ministry on Wednesday said that the Centre is prioritising Piped Natural Gas (PNG), while noting that there is adequate petrol and diesel available and the fuel prices have not changed.

Addressing the Inter-Ministerial briefing, Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, highlighted that the government is ensuring 100 per cent domestic PNG supply and has issued a notification, streamlined and time-bound framework for laying and expanding pipelines across the country, and developing the natural gas infrastructure.

Addressing concerns over LPG and fuel shortage amid the West Asia conflict, she asked the public not to believe any rumours and avoid panic buying.

Sujata Sharma said, "Refineries operating at optimum capacity. We have the capacity to refine 26 crore tonne of crude oil annually. In the last two days, queues have been seen outside retail outlets and petrol pumps, and we observed panic buying. I want to assure the nation that we have adequate petrol and diesel. There is no scarcity in petrol pumps or the terminals supplying petrol to the pumps. Do not trust the rumours and avoid panic buying. Diesel and petrol prices have not been increased."

"Domestic PNG connection is the government's priority, and 100 per cent supply is being made available to consumers. 100 per cent CNG is also being made available to consumers," she added.

- ANI

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Sarah B
While the assurance is welcome, the government needs to better manage the information ecosystem. Rumours spread because of past experiences of sudden shortages or price hikes. Transparency in real-time supply data would help more than just statements.
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Priya S
Focus on PNG and CNG infrastructure is the right long-term move! 🇮🇳 We need to reduce dependency on petrol and diesel. Cleaner fuel, better for cities like Delhi with pollution problems. Hope the pipeline work is done quickly.
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Vikram M
The panic buying is so typical. Just because there's tension in West Asia, people start hoarding. We need to be more responsible as citizens. Thank you for the clear update, Madam Joint Secretary.
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Aman W
Prices haven't changed, that's the real relief! Petrol at ₹100+ is already a burden for my monthly budget. Hope it stays stable. The 26 crore tonne refining capacity figure is impressive.
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Kavya N
LPG cylinder supply has been smooth in my area (Bangalore). No delays. People should just check with their distributors instead of believing WhatsApp forwards. The panic is self-created.

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