The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet Committee recently assessed the availability and supply status of key petroleum products like petrol, diesel, LPG, CNG, and PNG. Officials were directed to ensure ample commercial LPG cylinder availability at district and tehsil levels. The committee stressed the need for strict vigilance against irregularities, emphasizing immediate action against any black marketing instances.
Authorities reported that petroleum products are currently in sufficient supply in the state, supported by steady crude oil availability. However, there are waiting periods of around 25 days in urban areas and up to 45 days in rural regions for domestic LPG bookings. Despite this, booking volumes are within normal limits, and supply is being managed effectively.
State Nodal Officer Ajay Srivastava mentioned that commercial LPG cylinders are now being supplied at a 70% limit, a significant increase from the previous 20% cap, following directives from the Central Government. The committee also reviewed enforcement actions against black marketing, with raids conducted at 3,226 locations, resulting in the seizure of 3,872 gas cylinders and 11 FIRs registered.
City Gas Distribution entities have been tasked with providing two lakh new PNG connections within the next three months, with 225 new connections issued in the last 24 hours alone. Consumers near existing pipeline networks are advised to apply for PNG connections promptly, as LPG connections in such areas may be discontinued within three months. Departments have been instructed to grant pipeline-related permissions within 24 hours to facilitate expansion, with district-level monitoring mechanisms and consumer grievance redressal control rooms established for efficient implementation.
