Hyderabad Gas Cylinder Black Market Busted: 10 Arrested, 414 Cylinders Worth ₹21.88 Lakh Seized in Banjara Hills

In a major crackdown, the Hyderabad Task Force busted an illegal gas cylinder black market in Banjara Hills, arresting 10 persons and seizing 414 gas cylinders worth ₹21.88 lakh. The operation exposed a large-scale illegal storage and sale of LPG cylinders at inflated prices.

The raid was conducted near Nagarjuna X Road, Banjara Hills, where the accused were found illegally dumping and selling HP gas cylinders to customers.

How the Illegal Gas Cylinder Racket Operated

According to officials, the accused were involved in:

• Illegal storage of gas cylinders at a graveyard location
• Selling LPG cylinders at higher-than-market prices
• Violating safety rules and government regulations

The main accused was reportedly operating a gas agency and using it to divert cylinders for illegal sale.

Details of Seized Items

During the raid, authorities seized a large quantity of gas cylinders and vehicles used in the operation:

Gas Cylinders Seized

• 47 KG cylinders (full): 30 units
• 19 KG cylinders (full): 148 units
• 19 KG cylinders (empty): 192 units
• 5 KG cylinders (full): 35 units
• 5 KG cylinders (empty): 9 units

Vehicles Seized

• Multiple DCM, Bolero, Tata Ace, Tata Intra, Piaggio Autos, and Tata Magic vehicles
• Vehicles were used for transporting and distributing cylinders illegally

Accused Persons Apprehended

A total of 10 individuals involved in the illegal activity were arrested, including:

• Gas supplier and agency operator
• Delivery personnel
• Drivers and labourers

All accused were operating from areas in Banjara Hills and surrounding localities.

Police Action and Investigation

The operation was carried out by the Commissioner’s Task Force, Jubilee Hills Zone Team, along with Banjara Hills Police.

• Officials acted on credible information
• The illegal stock was seized immediately
• Further investigation is underway to identify network links and distribution channels

Authorities stated that strict action will be taken against those violating LPG safety norms and exploiting customers.

Public Safety Concerns

Illegal storage of LPG cylinders poses serious risks:

• High chances of fire accidents and explosions
• Threat to nearby residents
• Violation of public safety regulations

Officials have urged citizens to report any suspicious gas sales activities.

The Hyderabad gas cylinder black market bust in Banjara Hills, involving the arrest of 10 persons and seizure of 414 cylinders worth ₹21.88 lakh, highlights the seriousness of illegal LPG trade. Authorities have assured strict action to prevent such activities and ensure public safety.

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