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Uttarakhand CM Dismisses LPG Shortage Rumours, Assures Smooth Supply

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has firmly dismissed rumours of a commercial LPG cylinder shortage in the state. He confirmed directing top officials to review the situation to prevent public inconvenience and black marketing. State officials clarified there is no domestic gas shortage and that supply is being closely monitored in coordination with oil companies. The central government has also enacted a supply regulation order to ensure smooth distribution, with no cuts reported in LPG, PNG, or CNG allocations.

Key Points: Uttarakhand CM Denies LPG Shortage, Warns Against Rumours

  • CM denies LPG shortage rumours
  • Officials ordered to review supply
  • State monitoring due to global conflict
  • Government ensures no supply cuts
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"No such problem anywhere": Pushkar Singh Dhami warns against rumours of LPG shortage in Uttarakhand

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami refutes claims of commercial LPG shortage in Uttarakhand, orders review to prevent black marketing and ensure supply.

"We are taking strict action against rumours, and there is no such problem anywhere in Uttarakhand. - Pushkar Singh Dhami"

Chamoli, March 12

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday dismissed reports suggesting a shortage of commercial LPG cylinders in Uttarakhand, terming them as mere rumours. The Chief Minister confirmed that he has already directed top officials to conduct a comprehensive review of the current situation in the state.

Pushkar Singh Dhami, while speaking to the reporters, said, "We are taking strict action against rumours, and there is no such problem anywhere in Uttarakhand. We are keeping a close eye on the situation. Yesterday, I had also instructed the Chief Secretary to review the situation in the state. We are working on all this so that people do not face inconvenience or black marketing."

Earlier on Tuesday, Ruchi Mohan Rayal, Commissioner of the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department, Uttarakhand, informed that in view of the current global situation and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the state government is closely monitoring the gas supply situation across the state.

Regular reviews are being conducted at the state level in coordination with the Food Department and oil companies, officials said.

The Commissioner stated that there is currently no shortage of domestic gas in the state, and consumers do not need to worry about the availability of LPG.

She further informed that the Government of India has promulgated the "Natural Gas Supply Regulation Order, 2026" under the Essential Commodities Act, keeping in view the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Under this order, special monitoring is being carried out to ensure a smooth gas supply system.

The Government of India has clarified that there has been no reduction in the supply of LPG, PNG, or CNG. The supply of commercial gas used in hospitals and educational institutions is also continuing as usual, with no cuts in allocation.

In compliance with the directions of the Government of India, the state government has instructed all District Magistrates and oil companies to continuously review the availability of LPG, PNG, and CNG and ensure equitable supply, especially to priority sectors. They have also been directed to ensure that there is no hoarding or black marketing of gas anywhere in the state.

- ANI

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Priya S
My mother in Chamoli was worried after hearing these rumours. I'm glad the government has clarified. The global situation is tense, so it's natural for people to be concerned. But authorities should communicate more proactively to avoid such panic. 👍
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Aman W
Actions speak louder than words. Directing officials is fine, but we need to see results. There were reports of some hotels in Rishikesh paying extra for cylinders. Hope the warning against black marketing is enforced strictly. No room for corruption in essential supplies.
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Sarah B
As someone who runs a small cafe in Mussoorie, this is a relief. Commercial LPG is our lifeline. The mention of special monitoring for hospitals and schools is also very important. Hope the supply chain remains robust despite the Middle East issues.
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Vikram M
Respectfully, I have to disagree with the "no problem anywhere" claim. My cousin in Pithoragarh district had to wait 4 days for a domestic cylinder refill last week. Maybe the shortage isn't statewide, but some remote areas might be facing delays. The review should focus on these pockets.
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Kavya N
The government is doing the right thing by nipping rumours in the bud. During festivals or crises, fake news spreads like wildfire on WhatsApp. Clear communication like this is needed. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳

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