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Govt reviews fuel supply, evacuation efforts amid West Asia crisis
The Centre on Tuesday said fuel supplies remain stable and evacuation efforts are progressing steadily amid the ongoing crisis in West Asia, even as it urged states to crack down on hoarding and black marketing of essential commodities. At an inter-ministerial media briefing held at the National Media Centre, senior officials from multiple ministries outlined measures taken to ensure uninterrupted supply of petroleum products, smooth maritime operations, and the safety of Indian nationals in the region. Fuel Supply Stable, LPG Production Rises The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said all refineries are operating at high capacity with adequate crude inventories, while domestic LPG production has increased beyond pre-crisis levels. The Ministry also cautioned against panic buying, noting that rumours had triggered unusually high sales in some areas, reiterating that sufficient stocks of petrol and diesel are available across the country. To ease supply pressures, the Centre has increased the allocation of commercial LPG to states to 50 per cent, prioritising sectors such as restaurants, community kitchens, and migrant workers. Additionally, over 7,500 domestic and commercial PNG connections were issued or activated in a single day, as part of efforts to promote a shift from LPG to piped natural gas. Strict Action Against Hoarding States and Union Territories have been directed to maintain strict vigilance under the Essential Commodities Act, 1955, to curb hoarding, black marketing, and diversion of LPG. So far, 32 states and UTs have set up control rooms, while 33 have established district-level monitoring committees. Enforcement agencies conducted around 3,400 raids in the past 24 hours, seizing nearly 1,000 LPG cylinders. Authorities have registered 642 FIRs and arrested about 155 individuals in connection with violations. Public sector oil marketing companies also carried out over 1,500 surprise inspections at fuel outlets and LPG distributorships. Maritime Operations Continue Smoothly The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) reported that India’s maritime operations remain stable despite disruptions in the region. Two Indian LPG vessels – Pine Gas and Jag Vasant – successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz and are heading towards Indian ports with cargo. Around 20 Indian-flagged vessels with nearly 540 seafarers remain in the western Persian Gulf region, with authorities maintaining close monitoring. Ports across India are functioning n...
FM Vijitha Herath outlines plans to normalize fuel supply and ...
Sri Lanka’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Vijitha Herath, stated that nine fuel tankers are scheduled to arrive in the country during the month of April. The Minister made these remarks today (05) while addressing a public rally in Matara, held to commemorate the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP)’s “Il Maha Viru Samaruma.” Minister Herath noted that the government has successfully managed the energy crisis that emerged following the onset of the Middle East conflict. As a result, he indicated that the Wednesday holiday, previously introduced as a temporary measure, could be reinstated as a regular working day in the near future. Furthermore, the Minister stated that the QR code-based fuel quota system and the odd-even number plate system could be abolished to facilitate a return to normal conditions. “We have already introduced new methodologies. It is true that there were certain difficulties during the first two weeks, during which queues formed. In response, we introduced the QR system, implemented the odd-even method, and declared Wednesday a holiday. These were immediate measures taken to address the situation. We have now eliminated the queues. At present, the QR and odd-even systems are functioning effectively. If these are no longer required in the coming days, we are prepared to remove them,” he said. He further emphasized that there is no necessity to maintain the Wednesday holiday indefinitely. “Once the situation is fully stabilized, normal working schedules will resume. These measures were implemented in response to the prevailing conditions at the time,” he added. The Minister also explained that earlier disruptions occurred due to delays in the simultaneous arrival of expected fuel shipments. However, he reassured the public that there is no cause for concern, as nine additional fuel tankers are scheduled to arrive in April.
2nd Indian fuel shipment arrives in Colombo amid supply disruptions
... fuel supply disruptions faced by Sri Lanka due to the Middle East conflict. ... Jaishankar and Sri Lanka's Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath also held ...
India Delivers 38,000 t Of Fuel To Sri Lanka - Construction World
... petrol in a shipment dispatched. The High Commission said the supplies ... Jaishankar and Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath held a telephone ...
