Kohima: Authorities in Nagaland have conducted 79 inspections over the past month to curb hoarding and illegal diversion of LPG, with show-cause notices issued to seven distributors for non-compliance with standard operating procedures, officials said on Tuesday.
The update was shared during a press conference jointly organised by Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) and the Department of Food and Civil Supplies, Government of Nagaland, at the DIPR Conference Hall, New Capital Complex, Kohima, to brief the media on the current supply position of LPG and petroleum products in the state.
Officials informed that the supply of domestic LPG cylinders, petrol and diesel across Nagaland remains normal and under control, with adequate stock available and uninterrupted distribution being maintained through coordinated monitoring.
The press conference was addressed by Himakshi Saikia, State Level Coordinator, Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) Nagaland; Zubenthung Ovung, Depot Manager, Dimapur; Munin Bokotial, LPG Plant Manager; and Keyevi I Swu, Deputy Director, Department of Food and Civil Supplies.
At present, it was informed that Nagaland has 250 retail fuel outlets, including 238 operated by OMCs and 12 private outlets, along with two supply depots. On average, around 280 KL of petrol and 640 KL of diesel are supplied daily. Officials said the current stock position is sufficient for six days of petrol and 16 days of diesel.
All retail outlets are functioning normally without restrictions on sales, while consumption levels remain stable and in line with trends observed between January and March 2026. Citizens have been advised not to indulge in panic buying.
Regarding LPG supply, services are currently being provided to around 4.204 lakh consumers through 84 distributors and one bottling plant. On average, 6,258 refills are delivered daily, and the backlog of approximately 3.08 days is being steadily cleared. Officials confirmed that no dry-out situations have been reported anywhere in the state.
Digital adoption in LPG services has also improved significantly. At present, 80.6% of bookings are made through digital platforms, compared to 61.8% two months ago, while Delivery Authentication Code compliance has increased to 78.4%.
To support migrant labourers and students, 5-kg LPG cylinders are being made available across the state. In March 2026, 485 such cylinders were sold, while 737 units have been sold since April 1 this year.
Officials further stated that, as per Government of India guidelines, commercial LPG allocation is currently maintained at 70%, with priority given to essential sectors such as hospitals, educational institutions, defence establishments, railways and hospitality services.
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Regular coordination meetings are being held between the state government, Civil Supplies Department and OMCs, while district-level monitoring committees remain active and daily stock reports are being submitted to the state control room.
Reiterating their commitment to maintaining supply stability, officials urged citizens to ignore rumours, avoid panic buying and refrain from spreading misinformation.
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