Fuel & LPG Supply Stable In Telangana : OMCs

Hyderabad: Oil marketing companies (OMCs) said that demand for petrol and diesel had moderated and was now comparable to pre-war levels. LPG refill bookings had also declined significantly, as panic-driven bookings by consumers had fallen considerably.Currently, approximately 2.18 lakh domestic LPG cylinders are being delivered daily in Telangana, as compared to the pre-war average of 2.15 lakh cylinders per day, the OMCs said and declared it sufficient to meet current demand. According to the state-level coordinator for OMCs, the supply situation was being closely monitored and necessary measures had been undertaken to streamline logistics and expedite deliveries. OMCs were in continuous coordination with the state government to address operational issues and ensure smooth and uninterrupted supply of petrol, diesel, and LPG. The Central and state governments were also promoting piped natural gas (PNG) as a convenient, safe, and efficient alternative cooking fuel. “PNG services are available in Hyderabad, Medchal, Sangareddy, Choutuppal, Nalgonda, Warangal, Khammam, Shadnagar, Ramagundam, and other selected towns. Efforts are underway to expand PNG connectivity to additional urban and semi-urban areas in the state,” the officials said. Meanwhile, civil supplies commissioner M. Stephen Raveendra conducted a review meeting in coordination with Nikhil Chakravarthi, director of iIndustries, alongside representatives from OMCs and hotel associations. Officials deliberated on overall supply and distribution of commercial LPG from the depots. It was observed that there is a noticeable lag in delivery in some sectors. The review also focused on the overall requirement to the industrial sector, including industrial fabrication and foundries. To curb artificial scarcity, Raveendra announced a zero-tolerance policy against any illegal supply or black marketing of commercial LPG. A stern warning was issued that those found bypassing the official system and purchasing cylinders through illegal or unauthorised channels will face severe legal consequences.



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