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No shortage of diesel and petrol in the state, avoid rumours about cooking gas shortage: UP CM

Lucknow, March 12 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to ensure smooth and uninterrupted supply of cooking gas (LPG) across the state, and also flow of correct and factual information to people so that no panic situation was created over the supply.
On Thursday, CM held a meeting with senior government officials and top officers of oil companies to review the current demand and supply situation of LPG in the state. He directed that no artificial shortage should be created at any level and that consumers who have booked LPG cylinders should receive their refills on time as per the rules. He also instructed that consumers should be informed about the expected date of their next refill.
CM said, "The situation is not as serious as it is being portrayed through rumours. Oil companies should coordinate with the administration and regularly inform the public about the actual status of LPG supply and distribution." He added that Central Government is also making efforts to maintain normal supply and distribution.
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