Government Urges States to Counter Rumours; Assures Fuel Availability Amid West Asia Crisis
Government of India has intensified coordinated efforts to ensure energy security, supply stability, and citizen support systems across the country
As tensions in West Asia continue to impact global energy markets, the Government of India has intensified coordinated efforts to ensure energy security, supply stability, and citizen support systems across the country.
Key Advisory: Curb Panic & Spread Accurate Information
- States/UTs have been urged to conduct regular press briefings to counter misinformation.
- Government cautioned citizens against panic buying of petrol and diesel, assuring adequate nationwide availability.
Fuel Supply Stable; Excise Cut to Protect Consumers
- All refineries operating at high capacity with sufficient crude stocks.
- Government reduced excise duty by ₹10/litre on petrol and diesel to cushion price rise.
- Export levy imposed:
- Diesel: ₹21.5/litre
- ATF: ₹29.5/litre
- All fuel retail outlets functioning normally across India.
Natural Gas Push: PNG Expansion Accelerated
- 100% supply ensured for domestic PNG (D-PNG) and CNG transport.
- Industrial supply maintained at 80% of average consumption.
- National PNG Drive 2.0 extended till 30 June 2026.
- Over 3.1 lakh connections gasified in March, with 2.7 lakh more underway.
- CGD entities directed to:
- Fast-track PNG connections for restaurants, hotels, hostels, community kitchens.
- Expand infrastructure with fast-track approvals and policy relaxations.
- New pipeline order under Essential Commodities Act to boost gas infrastructure nationwide.
LPG Supply: Strong Distribution Despite Constraints
- 50 lakh+ domestic LPG cylinders delivered daily since March 1.
- No shortage reported at distributorships.
- DAC-based delivery increased to 83% to prevent diversion.
- Commercial LPG allocation increased to 70% of pre-crisis levels.
Support for Migrant Workers
- Over 3.2 lakh 5 kg cylinders distributed since March 23.
- 63,000 cylinders sold in a single day (latest data).
Kerosene Allocation Increased
- Additional 48,000 KL kerosene allocated to States/UTs.
- Special provisions enabled for distribution even in SKO-free regions.
- 17 States/UTs have already issued allocation orders.
Maritime & Transport Operations Normal
- Port operations remain smooth, with no congestion reported.
- 959 Indian seafarers safely repatriated, including 9 in last 24 hours.
Mass Evacuation & Citizen Support
- Over 5.72 lakh Indians returned since February 28.
- Indian Missions operating 24×7 helplines across affected regions.
Government’s Core Message
The Government has emphasized that:
- There is no shortage of fuel or LPG.
- Supply chains are stable and closely monitored.
- Citizens should avoid panic buying and rely only on verified information.
