Delhi government announced a strict ban on selling LPG cylinders directly from warehouses and warned of strict action against those violating the rules. In an official statement, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said that the supply of LPG is being closely monitored to ensure that there is no shortage and the rules are followed. Gupta said in a statement that residents have been advised not to visit gas agencies or storage points or gather in crowds, as the booked cylinders are being delivered to homes within the stipulated time. According to the statement, Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have issued instructions to distributors, clearly stating that selling directly from storage points is illegal.
Supply of 5 kg cylinder increased
Meanwhile, the government said it has increased the availability of 5-kg LPG cylinders to improve supply, especially for migrant labourers. The statement said that these cylinders can now be purchased from gas agencies by showing a valid ID, for this there will be no need for address verification. Eleven help desks have also been set up at select HPCL outlets to provide consumers with information about nearby distributors. On April 4, 1,14,679 LPG bookings were recorded, while 1,31,335 cylinders were delivered. It was told in the statement that the average delivery time of domestic LPG is currently 4.24 days.
special control room
Gupta said that a special control room has been set up to stop hoarding and black marketing, whose helpline numbers are 011-23-37-9836 and 838-382-4659. It was told that Delhi Police has raided 17 places, and the Food and Supplies Department has inspected 76 gas agencies and storage sites. The Chief Minister said that the supply of LPG in Delhi is completely stable and under control. Appealed to people to remain calm, ignore rumors and have faith in the delivery system.