Bengaluru, April 8: The Karnataka government clarified on Wednesday that there is no shortage of auto LPG in the state. Officials urged auto owners and drivers to remain calm and not to believe in rumors, stating that the supply is fully adequate.
The Department of Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Affairs issued a statement addressing concerns raised by several auto drivers regarding irregular gas availability. Many drivers have reported waiting for hours at gas stations, impacting their livelihoods and fueling anxiety among them, leading to rumors of a shortage.
The government acknowledged that some private auto gas supply agencies have experienced fluctuations in supply. However, it emphasized that there is no actual shortage of LPG. Major oil marketing companies, including Indian Oil, Bharat Petroleum, and Hindustan Petroleum, are ensuring a steady supply.
According to government data, auto LPG supply ranged from 83 to 94 metric tons per day between April 2 and April 6, with the highest supply recorded at 94.11 metric tons on April 5.
The government stated that an average of 83.58 metric tons of gas is being supplied daily, and the situation is being monitored closely. Additional measures will be taken if necessary. Drivers were also urged to avoid unnecessary queues at gas pumps.
Meanwhile, the central government has issued new guidelines regarding LPG allocation for the industrial sector. Dr. Neeraj Mittal, Secretary of Petroleum and Natural Gas, informed the chief secretaries of states and union territories about the new arrangements.
Under the new guidelines, 70 percent of the total LPG allocation will be designated for industrial sectors. States that have implemented PNG reforms will receive an additional 10 percent allocation. Key sectors such as pharmaceuticals, food, and agriculture will be prioritized, along with units that cannot switch to natural gas.
The guidelines set a limit of 0.2 TMT per day for large consumers, and PNG registration has been made mandatory for city gas distribution units.
This new arrangement is expected to benefit industries such as packaging, paint, steel, and ceramics. The fuel quota for industries will be determined based on consumption data from March 2026.
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