Jammu, Mar 25: The stock position of fuel and LPG across Jammu and Kashmir remains stable, with sufficient availability to meet current demand, a senior government official said on Tuesday.
Commissioner Secretary, Food Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA), Saurabh Bhagat said petrol stocks are sufficient for approximately 9-10 days, diesel for 16-17 days, and LPG for around 12-13 days, including transit stock, ensuring uninterrupted availability.
He was briefing a meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo here to assess the availability and distribution of petroleum products across the districts of the Union territory, an official spokesperson said.
On LPG supply, Bhagat informed that 100 per cent domestic LPG demand is being met across the UT, with seamless distribution and no major complaints reported.
Supply coverage stands at about 24 days in urban areas and 35 days in rural areas, with OTP-based delivery systems ensuring transparency.
Bhagat also said a monitoring mechanism has been put in place to keep a vigil on supply and distribution to ensure fair and transparent allocation.
Reiterating a zero-tolerance policy, the chief secretary directed legal action against any instances of hoarding, black marketing, overcharging, or diversion of petroleum products.
Dulloo noted that though the situation remains satisfactory, eligible domestic and commercial consumers must receive LPG supplies without delay, with priority accorded to genuine beneficiaries.
The chief secretary underscored the importance of doorstep delivery of LPG and directed oil marketing companies to maintain adequate stock levels for uninterrupted supply.
On infrastructure development, Dulloo directed the divisional commissioner and deputy commissioners concerned to resolve land acquisition and other bottlenecks to facilitate the early operationalisation of the under-construction gas pipeline.
The pipeline is currently being laid in Kathua, Samba and Jammu districts and is expected to become operational within the next two to three months.
Highlighting enforcement efforts, the meeting was informed that 1,418 inspections and raids were conducted across districts between March 17 and 23, resulting in action against violators and seizure of commodities in several cases.
Additionally, over 1,000 public grievances were addressed promptly, reflecting an efficient grievance redressal mechanism, an official spokesman said.
As part of alternate fuel arrangements, all Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) families are being provided two litres of kerosene oil per month through Aadhaar-seeded ration cards under the RCMS system.
The meeting also noted significant progress in streamlining LPG distribution through large-scale e-KYC verification, with nearly 20 lakh consumers already verified, the spokesman said, adding the process is continuing at a rapid pace to enhance transparency and prevent misuse.
