BJP MPs and allies rejected assertions of a shortage of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) in India, labeling the Opposition’s statements as fear-mongering. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as per BJP MP Manoj Tiwari, has affirmed the availability of ample LPG and diesel reserves, urging citizens not to be misled by the Opposition’s narrative. Tiwari further criticized certain gas agency owners linked to the Congress for allegedly fostering black market activities.
BJP MP Kangana Ranaut echoed Tiwari’s sentiments, emphasizing that the government, under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership, has assured the nation of an abundant LPG supply. Similarly, BJP MP Arun Govil dismissed claims of a crisis, stating that discussions about a shortage are blown out of proportion. On the contrary, Janata Dal (United) MP Sanjay Jha accused the Opposition of instigating unwarranted panic among the populace, highlighting the global nature of the issue beyond India’s immediate control.
Meanwhile, the Opposition persisted in asserting that numerous regions were encountering challenges in procuring LPG cylinders. Congress General Secretary (Organisation) K.C. Venugopal criticized the government for being out of touch with ground realities, particularly citing the distress in the national Capital. Congress MP Tariq Anwar questioned the government’s stance, pointing out the price hikes despite claims of no scarcity. Samajwadi Party MP Dimple Yadav clarified that their queries aimed at seeking transparency from the government regarding their readiness, citing social media and news reports depicting long queues at distribution points and the resultant hardships faced by citizens.
The discourse surrounding LPG availability has heightened with reports and social media footage illustrating extended queues at distribution centers, even as the government upholds the adequacy of national reserves.
