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In the last three days, 1.26 crore LPG cylinders were delivered against 1.14 crore bookings, with commercial LPG sales exceeding 17,000 tonnes. The Ministry of Petroleum reassured adequate crude oil stocks and efficient refinery operations amid global energy supply disruptions.
The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas assured that India has sufficient crude oil stocks and functioning refineries, ensuring no fuel shortages. ( photo by Praful Gangurde / Hindustan Times ) (Representative Image)Amid disruptions in the global energy supply chain, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on Monday assured the public that the country has adequate crude oil stocks, refineries are functioning efficiently, and there is no shortage of fuel nationwide.
Speaking at an inter-ministerial briefing in New Delhi, Sujata Sharma said the government has implemented several effective steps to maintain an uninterrupted fuel supply for consumers.
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Sujata Sharma noted, “There have been disruptions in the global energy supply chain across the world. Significant price volatility is being observed in the international market. However, the Government of India has taken several effective measures and has strived to ensure that fuel supplies are maintained for the common consumer with minimal inconvenience. As a result of all these steps taken, our crude oil inventory remains well-maintained.”
“Over the past three days, 1 crore 26 lakh LPG cylinders have been delivered to households against 1 crore 14 lakh bookings. Similarly, sales of commercial LPG have exceeded 17,000 tonnes over the last three days. Sales of Auto LPG have also surpassed 762 tonnes,” she added.
(This is a developing story; check back later for updates)
(With inputs from agencies)
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