IOCL says Assam has enough fuel: 21 days of petrol, diesel 46 & LPG 10

Guwahati: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Assam, on Friday said even after 45 days of the West Asia conflict, the energy supply situation in the state remains absolutely normal, with sufficient stock equivalent to 21 days of petrol, 46 days of diesel, and 10 days of LPG.Addressing a press conference in Guwahati, IOCL executive director N Bhatnagarsaid the supply of all petroleum products — including petrol, diesel, and LPG — was fully stable and under control. “Uninterrupted availability is being ensured through the state’s robust infrastructure, continuous monitoring mechanisms, and effective coordination with state government officials,” he added.He said Assam currently has 1,737 retail outlets, of which 1,461 are operated by Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) and 276 by private players, supported by nine supply locations and depots.On a daily basis, approximately 2,935 kilolitres (KL) of petrol (MS) and 3,670 KL of diesel (HSD) are supplied through these outlets. “Current stock levels are sufficient to meet around 21 days of petrol demand and 46 days of diesel demand. All retail outlets are functioning normally without any restrictions on sales. Citizens are advised to avoid panic buying,” he said.In the LPG sector, he said services are being provided to around 9.3 million consumers through a network of 604 distributors and seven bottling plants — six owned by OMCs and one private facility.

“Distributors currently maintain adequate stock levels, and no instance of dry-out have been reported. On average, about 1,39,000 LPG refills are being delivered daily, and the existing backlog of approximately 4.28 days is being cleared as per scheduled bookings. Overall LPG supply remains stable,” he added.He said all four refineries — Guwahati, Bongaigaon, Digboi, and Numaligarh — are collectively producing over 1,300 metric tonnes (MT) of LPG daily, an increase of about 200 MT compared to pre-conflict levels.

“There is surplus production. The energy supply is absolutely stable in Assam,” he added.On commercial LPG allocation, the IOCL state head said that as per Centre’s guidelines, allocation is currently maintained at 70%. “Priority is being accorded to essential sectors such as hospitals, educational institutions, defence establishments, railways, govt offices, hotels and restaurants, industrial canteens, and food processing units.

Daily monitoring ensures smooth and equitable distribution,” he added.In the PNG sector, he said approximately 73,000 domestic PNG connections are currently available in the state. “The state govt has issued a public notice for further expansion, with plans to provide around 12,500 new connections in areas where pipeline infrastructure is already available. Expansion efforts are being accelerated through fast-track approvals, pipeline installation clearances, and coordination with local authorities, which is expected to reduce dependence on LPG cylinders in urban areas,” he said.Meanwhile, to curb hoarding and illegal diversion, OMC officials, in coordination with state govt authorities, have conducted 319 inspections since last month. These efforts led to the seizure of 274 cylinders, registration of one FIR, and three arrests. “Strict action has also been initiated against erring LPG distributors. So far, showcause notices have been issued to 88 distributors, and six distributors have been suspended for violating SOPs, including digital booking and delivery authentication code compliance.

All actions are being taken under the provisions of the Essential Commodities Act, 1955,” he added.