New Delhi : The government on Tuesday said there is no shortage of LPG in the country and that supplies have stabilised after concerns. Government sources said oil refineries have increased LPG production by around 10% following directions issued earlier and that additional administrative measures have been put in place to prevent hoarding and malpractice.
There was a temporary concern, but the situation has been resolved now,” government sources said, adding that all refineries are currently operating at 100% capacity to maintain supplies. India remains in a much better position than several other countries in managing energy supplies despite global disruptions triggered by geopolitical tensions and supply chain pressures.
The government also urged people not to rely on unverified information circulating on social media, saying such claims can create unnecessary panic. Sources said household LPG consumption remains the government’s top priority, and supplies to domestic consumers are being safeguarded even as authorities examine concerns raised by some industry groups regarding commercial LPG availability.
Officials also played down letters written by certain trade associations warning of shortages, describing them as coming from “so-called associations”, but said the government is still acting on the concerns raised.
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