Bhubaneswar, Mar 26: Odisha has adequate stocks of LPG, petrol and diesel, Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Minister Krushna Chandra Patra said on Thursday, dismissing concerns over fuel shortages in the state.

He said sufficient LPG stocks are available and there are no restrictions on private sector supply of up to 50% of cooking gas required by hotels.

Supply Assured Amid Global Tensions
The assurance comes amid rising tensions in West Asia and concerns over potential disruptions in global fuel supply chains.

Officials said India has secured an LPG cargo from Iran to meet domestic demand — the first such purchase since 2019 — following indications that the United States may ease some sanctions.

Sources said the cargo, originally meant for China, was redirected to India and is expected to arrive at Mangaluru port.

Distribution Through State-Run Oil Companies
The LPG shipment will be distributed among state-run oil firms — Indian Oil Corporation, Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited — to ensure steady supply across the country.

Refineries Operating at High Capacity
In a separate update, the Centre said all oil refineries are operating at high capacity with adequate crude inventories, and domestic LPG production has been increased.

Fuel retail outlets across the country are functioning normally, with no reports of dry-outs at LPG distributorships or petrol pumps.

The government advised the public not to believe rumours regarding fuel shortages.

Enforcement Against Hoarding Intensified
Authorities have stepped up action against hoarding and black marketing of LPG.

More than 2,600 raids were conducted across several states and Union Territories, with over 450 cylinders seized.

Officials said over 680 FIRs have been registered and 195 people arrested so far. Surprise inspections were also carried out at over 1,700 retail outlets and LPG distributorships.

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Priority Supply to Key Sectors
The government said priority allocation continues, with 100% supply maintained for domestic PNG and CNG segments, while industrial and commercial consumers connected to the grid are receiving around 80% of average consumption.

City Gas Distribution entities have been advised to prioritise PNG connections for commercial establishments such as restaurants, hotels and canteens.