The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has made it clear that the supply of petrol, diesel and LPG in the country is completely safe. Adequate stock is available at all petrol pumps and gas agencies and the situation is completely under control. The government has clearly said that spreading false information about important things is a legal offense and strict action will be taken against such people. There is an appeal to people to trust only official information.
Appeal to avoid rumors
The ministry has asked people not to believe the misleading news spreading on social media. This is a well-planned campaign, the purpose of which is to spread unnecessary panic.
There is no shortage of petrol and diesel
More than 1 lakh petrol pumps across the country are open and are continuously providing fuel. Rationing is not implemented anywhere and no pump has been instructed to limit supply.
India’s strong position in the energy sector
India is the world’s fourth largest refiner and fifth largest petroleum exporter. India, which supplies fuel to more than 150 countries, is able to easily meet the domestic needs.
India stable amid global crisis
While many countries are facing inflation, rationing and energy crisis, there is no such situation in India. The country has not needed to take steps like energy emergency.
Crude oil supply completely smooth
Despite tension in the Strait of Hormuz, India is getting crude oil from more than 41 countries. Refineries are working at more than 100% capacity and supply for the next 60 days is already assured.
News spread about stock is wrong
The fact that there is only 6 days’ stock in the country is a complete rumour. India has about 60 days of stock and the total capacity is 74 days, due to which there is no risk in supply.
LPG supply strengthened, production increased
LPG production has been increased by 40% and the need for imports has reduced. More than 50 lakh cylinders are being delivered daily and additional supplies are also on the way.
action against those spreading rumors
The government has warned that spreading false information is a legal offence. Strict action will be taken against such people. Citizens are appealed to trust only official information.