Mumbai, 18 May 2026

 

Amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East impacting global supply chains, the Government of Maharashtra and Oil Marketing Companies (BPCL, IOCL, and HPCL), through the State Level Coordinator (Oil Industry), Maharashtra, Shri Mihir Ganesh Joshi, have assured consumers that adequate LPG, petrol, and diesel stocks are available across the State of Maharashtra. Supply operations are being closely monitored and maintained without disruption.

Stock & Supply Position of Petroleum Products in Maharashtra

Petrol & Diesel

The Oil Marketing Companies have assured that there are adequate stocks of petrol and diesel available at petrol pumps as well as storage locations of oil companies across Maharashtra. Stocks at petrol pumps are being regularly monitored by the State Government and Oil Companies and replenished to ensure uninterrupted availability.

All three PSU Oil Marketing Companies have recently observed a sharp surge in demand for diesel and petrol at retail outlets across the state. However, the increased demand has been fully met by the PSU Oil Companies. During the first fortnight of May 2026, a growth of 19.66% in diesel demand and 20.39% in petrol demand was observed. A total of 267 TKL petrol and 502 TKL diesel was supplied in Maharashtra during the first fortnight of May 2026. Consumers have been requested not to resort to panic buying, as sufficient stocks of petrol and diesel are available across the state.

LPG

Maharashtra currently has approximately 32,995 MT of LPG stock available across all three PSU Oil Marketing Companies, while distributor stocks are being regularly replenished to ensure smooth supply.

Domestic LPG

Adequate domestic LPG cylinder stocks are available and deliveries are continuing as per customer bookings. To ensure equitable distribution, booking interval restrictions remain in place, with a 25-day interval for urban customers and 45 days for rural customers. Oil Companies have assured that LPG refills will continue to be delivered directly to customers’ residences.

Delivery Authentication Code (DAC) verification remains mandatory at the time of delivery to ensure secure and verified supply, with more than 90% of refills currently being delivered through DAC/OTP authentication. Consumers have also been advised to use digital platforms for refill bookings and avoid visiting LPG showrooms unnecessarily.

Non-Domestic/Commercial LPG

At present, nearly 60% of commercial LPG supply, compared to the pre-war situation, is being met while ensuring 100% supply to priority sectors such as hospitals, educational institutions, crematoriums, and social care institutions.

In addition, 5 kg Free Trade LPG (FTL) refills are being distributed for migrant labourers as per Government directives, with approximately 23,000 cylinders being delivered daily on average during the last week.

Piped Natural Gas (PNG)

Considering the present supply emergency and the urgent need to expand piped natural gas infrastructure, the Government of Maharashtra issued deemed permission on 27 March 2026 for pending applications related to CGD pipeline laying by Municipal Corporations, PWD, Irrigation Department, and other concerned authorities.

Maharashtra currently has approximately 44 lakh PNG connections, the highest in the country. To expedite PNG network expansion across the State, the Government of Maharashtra initiated a fast-track expansion drive in line with the Government of India notification dated 24 March 2026 aimed at strengthening PNG infrastructure amid global energy disruptions.

Weekly state-level review meetings have been held since April 2026 by the Additional Chief Secretary, Food & Civil Supplies Department, Government of Maharashtra, along with the State Level Coordinator (Oil Industry), Maharashtra, with participation from District Administrations and CGD companies to review on-ground implementation and expedite network expansion.

Applications for PNG connections are being accepted from registered as well as unregistered or proposed housing societies. Residents of buildings constructed under individual housing schemes may also submit collective or individual applications as applicable. CGD companies and their authorized distributors are simultaneously undertaking extensive publicity campaigns to encourage new PNG connections across the state.

From 1 April 2026 onwards, a total of 94,220 new PNG gas connections have been energized in Maharashtra, which is among the highest in the country.

The State Government has taken several proactive measures to ensure uninterrupted petroleum product supply and prevent black marketing and hoarding activities across Maharashtra. District Collectors have been instructed to constitute vigilance and mobile teams at the district level to conduct inspections and raids. Strict action is being taken under the Essential Commodities Act, 1955 against individuals involved in illegal use of domestic gas, hoarding, and black marketing.

As on 17 May 2026, a total of 9,494 raids have been conducted across the state, resulting in the seizure of 4,449 cylinders. Further, 70 FIRs have been registered and 52 persons arrested in connection with irregularities related to petroleum product distribution.

Regular review meetings are also being conducted with Oil Marketing Companies (BPCL, HPCL, and IOCL), gas distributors, and CGD companies to ensure smooth and regular supply of petrol, diesel, LPG, and PNG throughout the state.

In addition, distribution of kerosene allocated by the Government of India has commenced in Maharashtra. A total of 268 KL of kerosene has been distributed in the districts of Gadchiroli, Gondia, Nashik, Nagpur, Palghar, Thane, Dharashiv, Solapur, Kolhapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Beed, and Raigad.

In view of the above, citizens across Maharashtra have been requested not to resort to panic buying or hoarding of petroleum products. The Government of India, Government of Maharashtra, and Oil Companies are ensuring proper and smooth supply of petroleum products to the people of the State.

 

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