Amid fears of LPG shortage, the Assam government has instructed all District Commissioners and Superintendents of Police to remain vigilant and ensure that there is no diversion of domestic LPG cylinders for commercial use, hoarding, black marketing, or other unfair trade practices. The direction was given in a video conference between Chief Secretary Dr Ravi Kota and all DCs and SPs to review the LPG supply situation in the State and to ensure that necessary precautionary measures are in place to prevent any disruption or public inconvenience. The State Level coordinator for LPG in Assam and ED IOCL briefed about the stock situation and as such, there is no shortage of LPG in the State. However, given the geopolitical situation, DCs and SSPs were advised to take necessary precautions.
They were also directed to regularly coordinate with Oil Marketing Companies, monitor stock positions, and undertake public awareness measures to prevent panic booking and misinformation so that the supply situation remains stable and the public does not face any inconvenience.
Dr Kota clarified that district authorities should not issue independent instructions or SOPs to LPG dealers regarding stock maintenance. Any matter requiring urgent intervention should be referred to the State Level Committee constituted for this purpose. Additionally, two committees have been notified at the State level, including a Media Management Committee, and districts were advised to establish similar coordination mechanisms locally.
