The government confirmed that over 54 lakh LPG refills were distributed recently, maintaining regular domestic LPG cylinder deliveries despite global disruptions impacting supply chains. No shortages were reported at LPG distributorships, and online bookings surged to 91 percent based on industry data.
To prevent diversion at distributorships, Delivery Authentication Code (DAC) based deliveries have risen from 53 percent in February 2026 to 84 percent presently. All refineries are functioning at full capacity, with ample crude inventories available.
Additionally, the ministry emphasized that the country has ample stocks of petrol and diesel, with increased domestic LPG production to meet local demand. Consumers are receiving 100 percent supplies for domestic PNG and CNG-transport needs, while industrial and commercial users connected to the grid are receiving 80 percent of their average consumption.
Authorities are conducting raids in various states to curb hoarding and black marketing of LPG, with around 2,900 raids conducted and over 1,700 cylinders seized recently. Public sector oil marketing companies have issued over 390 show cause notices to LPG distributorships.
Furthermore, all retail fuel outlets are operating normally nationwide, with the government reducing excise duty on petrol and diesel by Rs 10 per litre. While isolated incidents of panic buying were reported in some regions due to rumors, the government reassured the public of sufficient petrol and diesel stocks at all outlets, urging citizens not to be swayed by misinformation.
