New Delhi, March 28 – The government stated on Saturday that more than 54 lakh LPG refills were delivered yesterday, and the delivery of domestic LPG cylinders is normal despite the prevailing geopolitical situation that has affected supply chains.
There have been no reported shortages at LPG distribution centers, and online LPG cylinder bookings increased to 91 percent on an industry basis yesterday, according to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas.
To prevent diversion at the distributor level, Delivery Authentication Code (DAC)-based deliveries have been increased from 53 percent (February 2026) to 84 percent now.
The ministry further stated that all refineries are operating at full capacity, with adequate crude oil inventories in place.
"The country is also maintaining sufficient stocks of petrol and diesel. Domestic LPG production from refineries has been increased to support domestic consumption," according to the official statement.
Consumers have been prioritized, with 100 percent supplies to domestic PNG and CNG-transport. Supplies to industrial and commercial consumers connected to the grid are at 80 percent of their average consumption.
"Raids are continuing in many states/UTs to check hoarding and black marketing of LPG. About 2,900 raids have been conducted, and more than 1,700 cylinders have been seized yesterday," the statement said. PSU OMCs have issued more than 390 show cause notices to LPG distributorships till date.
Also, all retail fuel outlets are operating normally across the country. The government has reduced excise duty on petrol and diesel by Rs 10 per litre.
"Panic buying was reported in some areas. There were certain rumors which led to panic buying at some retail outlets in a few states, resulting in unusually high sales and heavy crowding at retail outlets. However, it is informed that there are adequate stocks of petrol and diesel available at all Petrol Pumps in the country. The government reiterates its advice to the public not to believe rumors," the statement highlighted.
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