5 Kg FTL cylinder sale continues steadily, with over 17.83 lakh cylinders sold since 1 April
More than 81,000 5 Kg FTL cylinders sold across the country yesterday
PNG expansion update: 5.27 lakh connections gasified since March; infrastructure ready for 2.60 lakh more, taking total connections to 7.87 lakh; 5.97 lakh new customers registered
Retail outlets operating normally across the country
All Indian seafarers in the region safe; no incident involving Indian-flagged vessels reported in past 24 hours
Port operations across India continue to remain normal, with no congestion reported
External Affairs Ministry continues to closely monitor developments in Gulf and West Asia; safety and welfare of Indian community remain focus
- Overall flight situation improves; around 12.38 lakh passengers travelled from the region to India since 28 February
As the situation in West Asia continues to evolve, the Government of India is maintaining a steady flow of updates to keep citizens informed. In this context, a media briefing was held today at the National Media Centre, where officers from the Ministries of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Ports, Shipping and Waterways, and External Affairs shared updates on fuel availability, maritime operations, assistance to Indian nationals in the region, and measures being undertaken to ensure stability across key sectors.
Energy Supply and Fuel Availability
The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas apprised the media of the prevailing fuel supply scenario, highlighting the steps being undertaken to maintain uninterrupted availability of petroleum products and LPG amid the evolving situation in West Asia. As stated by Ministry:
Public Advisory and Citizen Awareness
Citizens are advised to avoid panic purchase of petrol, diesel and LPG as the Govt is making all efforts to ensure availability of petrol, diesel and LPG.
Beware of rumours and rely on official sources for correct information.
LPG consumers are requested to use digital booking platforms and avoid visiting distributors.
Citizens are encouraged to use alternate fuels such as PNG and electric or induction cooktops.
All citizens are requested to make necessary efforts to conserve energy in their daily use during the current situation.
Government Preparedness and Supply Management Measures
Despite the ongoing geopolitical situation, the Government has ensured that 100% supply is being made to Domestic LPG, Domestic PNG and CNG (Transport).
For commercial LPG, priority has been given to hospitals, educational institutions. Besides this, priority has also been given to pharma, steel, automobile, seed, agriculture, etc. In addition to this, supply of 5 Kg FTL to migrant labour is also doubled based on average daily supply on 2nd and 3rd March 2026
for distribution to small and medium consumers.
States have been advised to facilitate new PNG connections for domestic and commercial consumers.
Coordinated Efforts with States/UTs and Institutional Mechanisms
The State Governments are empowered under the Essential Commodities Act, 1955 and LPG Control Order, 2000 to monitor supply and act against hoarding and black marketing.
Government of States/UTs have to play a primary role in monitoring and regulating supply situation of essential commodities including Petrol, Diesel and LPG. Govt. of India has reiterated the same via multiple letters and VCs to all States/UTs.
The Government of India vide letters dated 27.03.2026 and 02.04.2026 have stressed the need for proactive public communication to reassure citizens regarding adequate fuel availability. Regular review meetings are being held with States/UTs. In this context, meetings were convened on 02.04.2026 (Chaired by Secretary, MoPNG) and on 06.04.2026 (Chaired by Secretary, MoPNG along with Secretaries of I&B and Consumer Affairs), wherein the following was emphasized:
To issue daily press briefings and issue regular public advisories.
To actively monitor and counter fake news / misinformation on social media.
To intensify daily enforcement drives by District admin and to continue raids and inspections in coordination with OMCs
To issue Commercial LPG allocation orders within their States/UTs
To issue SKO allocation orders for additional SKO allotted to the States/UTs.
To promote PNG adoptions and alternate fuels.
To prioritize LPG supply, especially for domestic needs, and adopt targeted distribution of 5 kg FTL cylinders to ensure supply stability.
All States/UTs have established control rooms and district monitoring committees to curb hoarding and black marketing.
Many states/UTs are issuing/carrying out press briefs
