Civil Supply Director Nupur Ajay Kumar was addressing the media in Vijayawada on Monday. | Photo credit: KVS Giri
Civil Supplies Director Nupur Ajay Kumar said on Monday that the government is continuously monitoring gas, petrol and diesel supply systems to maintain adequate supplies in the state.
Addressing the media, Mrs. Nupur Ajay Kumar said that although global conflicts have had some impact, necessary measures are in place to ensure uninterrupted supply of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG). It warned of strict action against any irregularities in the supply chain.
The state refinery currently holds 14,000 metric tonnes of LPG with a daily consumption of around 4,000 metric tonnes. Daily supply was increased to 4,100 metric tons to meet demand. She said home delivery services are preferred so that consumers do not have to visit gas agencies.
To prevent a booking panic, the government has limited the frequency of bottle refills. Consumers in urban areas can book their next cylinder only after 25 days, while for rural areas the limit is 45 days. Enforcement was strict, with 1,075 cases recorded and 4,377 bottles seized since March 1.
Press Information Bureau Director G. Suresh Kumar said the central and state governments were working together to manage the situation effectively and urged the public to refrain from panic buying.
Published – 06 Apr 2026 20:29 IST
