No Fuel Shortage in Telangana: Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy Urges Public to Avoid Panic Buying
No fuel shortage in Telangana, confirms Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy. State has two months of petrol and diesel stock. Public urged to avoid panic buying.
In a major reassurance to citizens, Telangana Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy confirmed that there is no fuel shortage in Telangana, despite widespread rumors. He urged people not to panic or rush to petrol pumps unnecessarily.
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Speaking on the situation, the Minister clarified that adequate petrol and diesel reserves are available in the state, and there is no reason for concern.
Two Months of Fuel Stock Available
Providing key details, the Minister stated:
- Telangana has enough petrol and diesel stock for two months
- The government is closely monitoring the fuel supply chain
- Necessary action will be taken if any disruption occurs
The Civil Supplies Department is actively tracking the situation to ensure uninterrupted supply.
Warning Against Panic Buying and Fuel Hoarding
The Minister strongly warned citizens:
- Do not believe rumors or fake news about fuel shortage in Telangana
- Avoid panic buying at petrol pumps
- Storing fuel in large quantities is illegal and dangerous
He added that strict action will be taken against those storing petrol or diesel in drums and containers, as it poses serious safety risks.
Fuel Demand Rises by 25% Across Telangana
Civil Supplies Commissioner Stephen Ravinder shared important insights:
- Fuel demand has increased by around 25%
- Around 1200 tankers are being supplied daily
- Supply chains are running smoothly without any financial issues
He also warned petrol pump owners:
- Strict action will be taken if pumps are closed unnecessarily
Similar Situation in Other Indian Cities
Officials noted that similar fuel demand trends are being seen in:
- Ahmedabad
- Surat
- Nagpur
- Chennai
However, authorities confirmed that there are no supply disruptions and operations remain stable.
No Fuel Shortage in Telangana, Stay Calm
Reiterating the key message, the government confirmed that there is no fuel shortage in Telangana and sufficient stock is available to meet demand. Citizens are urged to remain calm, avoid panic buying, and rely only on official updates to prevent unnecessary chaos.
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