The government has issued a clear and reassuring update on the availability of LPG and crude oil, stating that there is no shortage across the country. Officials have emphasized that supply chains are stable and consumers do not need to panic.

According to Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary in the Petroleum Ministry, India has sufficient crude oil reserves, and LPG supply is being prioritized for domestic users. The government confirmed that distribution networks are functioning smoothly without any disruptions.

On the LPG front, the system remains efficient and largely digitized. Nearly 5 million cylinders were booked in a single day recently, with a delivery rate of around 93%. Currently, about 98% of bookings are made online, making the process faster and more transparent. While bookings have slightly dipped to around 4.5–4.6 million due to seasonal changes, supply continues without any issues.

The government is also expanding access and tightening regulations. Since March 2026, around 4.68 lakh new PNG (piped natural gas) connections have been issued. At the same time, strict action has been taken against violations—255 LPG distributors have been fined and 55 have been suspended. Additionally, over 16.5 lakh small (5 kg) LPG cylinders have been distributed since late March.

From a logistics standpoint, operations remain smooth. Officials from the shipping ministry confirmed that all major ports are functioning normally, with no congestion affecting fuel supply chains.

There has also been stability in international connectivity. More than 10.38 lakh passengers have returned to India since late February, and flight operations from countries like the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Kuwait are continuing as usual. Limited services are also resuming from Qatar and Bahrain.

Overall, the government has made it clear that the situation is fully under control—whether it is fuel supply, distribution systems, or logistics. For consumers, there is no immediate cause for concern.