Hyderabad, April 1 (TNT): The Telangana Civil Supplies Department on Wednesday directed private Auto LPG marketing companies to immediately augment supply amid an ongoing shortage affecting auto-rickshaw operations.
Civil Supplies Commissioner M. Stephen Raveendra convened a review meeting with representatives of private operators, including Aegis Gas, Super Gas, Go Gas, TotalEnergies, Prime Gas, Extra Gas and Uni Gas, at the Civil Supplies Bhavan.
Reviewing the pre- and post-crisis supply scenario, he noted that private companies account for nearly 80 per cent of the Auto LPG market with around 110 outlets across the State.
The Commissioner directed the firms to source LPG from all available channels and increase supply, particularly in Hyderabad, to avoid disruption to public transport and protect the livelihoods of auto drivers.
He warned that stringent action would be taken against companies failing to maintain adequate supply levels.
Officials said the shortage is due to international supply constraints linked to the Middle East crisis, leading to a decline of about 35 per cent in Auto LPG availability, even as domestic LPG supply remains unaffected.
The department said it is continuously monitoring the situation and coordinating with the Government of India and oil marketing companies to ensure restoration of normal supply and uninterrupted services.
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