The Department of Food & Civil Supplies has clarified that there is no shortage of LPG (domestic or commercial) or petroleum products in the state, amid reports of unverified information and rumours circulating in some quarters.

The Department strongly urged citizens not to panic or resort to unnecessary hoarding of LPG cylinders or fuel, stating that such practices could disrupt the smooth and equitable distribution system and cause inconvenience to others.

The Department also cautioned the public against believing or spreading unverified messages through social media or other informal channels, and advised relying only on official communications issued by the Government. It noted that rumours could lead to unwarranted panic and adversely affect public order.

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Further, all Deputy Commissioners and concerned authorities have been directed to closely monitor the situation in their respective districts to ensure uninterrupted supply and distribution, prevent hoarding and black marketing, and enforce adherence to prescribed prices.

Reassuring the public, the Department stated that sufficient stock levels of LPG and petroleum products are available across the state and emphasized that there is no cause for concern. Citizens have been requested to cooperate with the authorities and maintain calm.

For any clarification or information, the public has been advised to contact the concerned district authorities or the Department.