To address the LPG cylinder supply issue exacerbated by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the Assam government has instructed local refineries to increase production. Assam is home to four refineries: three operated by Indian Oil Corporation Ltd located in Digboi, Guwahati, and Bongaigaon, and one managed by Numaligarh Refinery Ltd in Numaligarh. During a recent review meeting, the State Level Coordinator of Indian Oil Corporation Limited confirmed that the overall LPG supply situation in Assam is stable, with sufficient stock currently available. Local refineries are anticipated to fulfill approximately 30% of the state’s LPG demand, prompting the request for enhanced production to maintain adequate supply levels, as stated by Chief Secretary Dr. Ravi Kota.
Dr. Kota made these remarks following a high-level meeting involving the Union Home Secretary, Chief Secretaries, and Directors General of Police from various States and Union Territories to evaluate the LPG and diesel supply nationwide. The meeting included participation from the Assam DGP, officials from the Food and Civil Supplies Department, and representatives of oil marketing companies. The Chief Secretary emphasized that the Assam government is vigilantly monitoring the situation and has implemented measures to secure the uninterrupted supply of vital fuel commodities in the state.
To facilitate close surveillance of the LPG supply situation, a high-powered committee has been established at the Chief Secretary’s level, involving relevant departments that will consistently assess supply conditions. Additionally, a dedicated media monitoring committee is tasked with tracking rumors and misinformation that could incite consumer panic. Strict measures have been directed toward enforcement agencies to combat the dissemination of false information regarding fuel availability or any efforts to instigate panic among the public.
