Fuel crisis: India has 60 days of fuel stocks, no supply shortage, says government
The Ministry of petroleum and natural gas said crude oil supplies have already been secured for the next 60 days. Oil marketing companies (OMCs) have tied up imports in advance, ensuring there is no gap in supply.
India has adequate oil and fuel supplies for nearly two months, the government has said, urging people not to panic over rumors of shortages. Amid ongoing tensions in West Asia, officials said that the country’s energy situation remains stable and completely under control.
NO SUPPLY GAP, SAYS GOVERNMENT
The Ministry of petroleum and natural gas said crude oil supplies have already been secured for the next 60 days. Oil marketing companies (OMCs) have tied up imports in advance, ensuring there is no gap in supply, according to the release by PIB dated March 26, 2026.
Despite concerns surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, India is receiving crude oil from more than 40 global suppliers. In fact, higher availability from other regions has more than made up for any disruption. Refineries across the country are running at over 100 per cent capacity, keeping the fuel flow stable.
STRONG RESERVES AND STEADY SUPPLY
India’s total reserve capacity stands at 74 days, whereas the actual stock available right now is around 60 days. This includes crude oil, refined products and strategic reserves stored in underground caverns.
Authorities said that even on the 27th day of the West Asia crisis, the country has nearly two months of steady supply for all citizens. With additional procurement already planned, India remains safe for the coming months.
The government has made it clear that there is no scarcity of petrol, diesel or LPG anywhere in the country. All fuel stations are operating normally, and there is no rationing in place.
India, being one of the world’s largest refiners and a major importer of petroleum products, has a strong domestic supply system. Any isolated rush at fuel pumps, officials said, was due to panic triggered by deceptive social media content, not an actual shortage.
LPG supply has also been strengthened. Domestic production has increased substantially, now meeting more than half of the daily requirement. As a result, the need for imports has reduced.
At the same time, large LPG shipments from nations like the United States, Russia and Australia are already on the way. Oil companies continue to deliver cylinders smoothly across the country, and demand has returned to normal levels following a brief spike.
PNG PUSH PART OF LONG-TERM PLAN
The government clarified that the promotion of Piped Natural Gas (PNG) is not a response to any scarcity. Instead, it is part of a longer-term plan to move towards cleaner and more affordable energy.
PNG connections have expanded rapidly over the years, and the shift is being encouraged as a better alternative for households.
WARNING AGAINST MISINFORMATION
The ministry has also warned against false information being spread online. It said some posts and videos are creating unnecessary panic by showing deceptive visuals and making baseless claims about shortages.
People have been advised to rely only on official updates. The government added that strict action may be taken against those spreading rumors that could interrupt public confidence.
Nayara Energy raised petrol prices by ₹5 per litre and diesel by ₹3 a litre, passing on part of the recent surge in global oil prices following the war in West Asia
The government has mandated that cooking gas LPG supply to households will be discontinued if consumers fail to switch to piped natural gas where such connectivity is available, under a new order aimed at accelerating gas network expansion and reducing dependency on a single fuel.
The Central Consumer Protection Authority on Wednesday (March 25, 2026) directed hotels and restaurants not to levy additional charges, such as ‘LPG charges’ and ‘fuel cost recovery’, on consumers, as these tantamount to unfair trade practices and strict action will be taken in case of violation.
The government said there is no scarcity of petrol, diesel or LPG in the country, and urged citizens not to believe rumors circulating on social media or resort to panic buying. Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, said all refineries are operating at high capacity with “appropriate crude inventories”, while “sufficient stocks of petrol and diesel are being maintained” and retail outlets are functioning normally nationwide.
Crude oil supplies already tied up by India’s oil companies for next 60 days: MoPNG
The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on Thursday (March 26, 2026) reiterated that there is no supply gap with regard to crude oil. “Crude oil supplies for next 60 days have already been tied up by India‘s oil companies,” the Ministry said in a statement.
“Nearly two months of steady supply is available for every Indian citizen irrespective of what happens globally. Next 2 months of crude procurement has also been secured,” the government statement reads.
LPG cylinders to be delivered as per schedule, no need to stand outside gas agencies: U.P CM
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath assured people that there is no need to stand in queues for cooking gas cylinders, assuring them that LPG will continue to be delivered to homes according to the booking schedule.
Addressing a gathering at the inaugural of a Software Technology Park in the Gorakhpur Industrial Development Authority (GIDA) area, Mr. Adityanath urged people not to rush to gas agencies or fuel stations unnecessarily.
“Book your LPG cylinder as per requirement and it will be delivered to your doorstep in due course. There is no need to stand in line outside agencies,” he said.
He also advised people to purchase petrol and diesel only when necessary, cautioning that queues at filling stations are being driven by rumours. “Some people are trying to create panic and disturb normalcy by spreading misinformation. The public should not pay attention to such rumours,”
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