Centre rolls out PDS kerosene in 60-day relief measure for consumers amid LPG strain

What Happened

Facing global energy disruptions, the Centre has launched a 60-day emergency plan, distributing extra kerosene to states for cooking and lighting.

Why It Matters

This move aims to support families experiencing LPG shortages, with authorities also intensifying raids against hoarding and black marketing to ensure supply chain integrity.

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  • Meanwhile, some consumers are switching to piped natural gas.

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Facing global energy disruptions, the Centre has launched a 60-day emergency plan, distributing extra kerosene to states for cooking and lighting. This move aims to support families experiencing LPG shortages, with authorities also intensifying raids against hoarding and black marketing to ensure supply chain integrity. Meanwhile, some consumers are switching to piped natural gas.

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Source: Times of IndiaOriginal Link

Source: Times of India

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