The Centre has advised consumers not to engage in panic buying of petrol, diesel, and LPG, assuring that there are sufficient stocks available nationwide. No fuel shortages have been reported at the 1 lakh retail outlets operated by Oil Marketing Companies. India, as the fourth largest refining hub globally, currently possesses a refining capacity of about 258 MMTPA, ensuring self-sufficiency in petrol and diesel production without the need for imports to meet domestic demand.
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Ministry official emphasized that all Indian refineries are operating at high levels, some even above full capacity. Adequate crude oil inventories are being maintained, with continuous supplies arriving through various import sources and shipping routes. Despite concerns arising from the geopolitical situation and the closure of the Hormuz Strait, steps are being taken to ensure the uninterrupted availability of petroleum products and LPG.
To address supply worries, the Government issued a Natural Gas Control Order directing 100% supply of PNG and CNG without any cuts under the Essential Commodities Act. Gas consumption in the Domestic PNG segment stands at 3.73 MMSCM per day, with ample supply across geographical regions. Over 1.5 crore PNG households in India are currently receiving natural gas without disruption, with a recommendation to promote domestically supplied PNG for residential use to conserve LPG cylinders for other consumer sectors.
In response to LPG supply concerns, the government is collaborating with authorized City Gas Distribution (CGD) entities in major urban centers to promptly provide new PNG connections to affected commercial and industrial consumers. Affected consumers can approach their local city gas distribution company for new connections.
