The government has assured citizens that India has adequate oil and fuel reserves for nearly two months and has urged people not to panic over rumours of shortages. Amid continuing tensions in West Asia, officials said the country’s energy supply remains stable and fully under control.
According to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, crude oil supplies have already been secured for the next 60 days, with Oil Marketing Companies having arranged imports well in advance to prevent any disruption. The government stated that there is currently no supply gap and that India continues to receive crude oil from more than 40 countries around the world. Any concerns arising from developments around the Strait of Hormuz have been offset by increased availability from other regions. Refineries across the country are operating at more than 100 per cent capacity, ensuring a steady flow of fuel.
India’s total reserve capacity stands at 74 days, while the actual stock currently available is sufficient for around 60 days. These reserves include crude oil, refined petroleum products and strategic stockpiles stored in underground facilities. Officials said that even after nearly four weeks of the West Asia crisis, the country has enough fuel supplies to meet demand comfortably, with additional procurement plans already in place for the coming months.
The government emphasised that there is no shortage of petrol, diesel or LPG anywhere in the country. Fuel stations continue to function normally, and no rationing measures have been introduced. As one of the world’s largest refining hubs and a major exporter of petroleum products, India has a strong domestic supply network. Officials said that any isolated rush at fuel stations was driven by panic caused by misleading social media posts rather than actual supply concerns.
LPG supplies have also been strengthened, with domestic production increasing significantly and now meeting more than half of the country’s daily demand. This has reduced dependence on imports. At the same time, large LPG shipments from countries including the United States, Russia and Australia are already en route. Oil companies have continued cylinder deliveries without interruption, and demand has reportedly returned to normal after a brief surge.
The government also clarified that the expansion of Piped Natural Gas connections is part of a long-term strategy to promote cleaner and more affordable energy, rather than a response to any fuel shortage. PNG coverage has grown rapidly over the years, and authorities continue to encourage its adoption among households.
The ministry has also cautioned against misinformation circulating online, saying that certain posts and videos are creating unnecessary panic through misleading visuals and unverified claims about shortages. Citizens have been advised to rely only on official information, while authorities warned that strict action could be taken against those spreading rumours that undermine public confidence.
