India-Pak tensions: Oil PSUs assure ample fuel stocks, urge against panic buying
Indian oil companies have issued statements assuring ample fuel stocks across the country. The Indian Oil Corporation and Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited have emphasised that there is no shortage of petrol, diesel, CNG, or LPG. They have urged the public not to resort to panic buying or hoarding. The companies state that supply chains remain robust and efficient, ensuring uninterrupted supplies. The government is also tackling false information on social media to prevent unnecessary panic.
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