No fuel shortage in Delhi, clarifies govt

The Delhi Government on Wednesday clarified that there is no shortage of LPG, petrol, diesel or PNG in the national capital and urged residents not to pay attention to rumours circulating about disruptions in fuel supply.

The clarification came after a key review meeting chaired by the Chief Secretary of Delhi, where senior officials from the Department of Food, Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Delhi Police, Revenue Department, Indraprastha Gas Limited and various oil marketing companies assessed the fuel supply situation in the city.

Officials reviewed rumours suggesting that LPG supplies could be disrupted due to war-like developments in the Middle East.

However, the authorities stated that the supply of petroleum products and gas in the Capital remains completely normal and that adequate stock is available.

Representatives from Indraprastha Gas Limited informed in the meeting that the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India, had issued an order on March 9, 2026, providing guidelines to ensure proper and equitable distribution and availability of domestic PNG and CNG in priority sectors.

Officials clarified that there is no shortage of domestic PNG in Delhi. After revising supply priorities, nearly 80 per cent uninterrupted gas supply had also been restored for industrial sectors.

Oil marketing companies also assured officials that petrol, diesel and domestic LPG supplies in Delhi remain normal and that companies currently have sufficient stock. The supply chain for oil and gas is continuing smoothly across the Capital.

Officials said though the LPG cylinder booking interval had been increased from 21 days to 25 days, consumers are still receiving cylinders at their homes within an average of two to three days after booking.

The meeting also noted that certain guidelines had been issued for the supply of commercial gas cylinders, under which educational institutions and hospitals are being given priority. Companies are continuing efforts to ensure smooth and uninterrupted supply of commercial gas cylinders.

Meanwhile, the government directed authorities to take strict action against any cases of gas theft or black marketing.

The Delhi Police and officials from the Revenue Department have been asked to remain vigilant and monitor the situation closely.

Reiterating that the supply of oil and gas in the Capital is running smoothly, the Delhi Government urged residents not to believe in rumours regarding LPG availability or engage in unnecessary panic or hoarding.