Assesses fuel stock position; assures availability of essential commodities
Jammu Tawi, Mar 24: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, on Tuesday reiterated zero-tolerance policy, against hoarding, black marketing, overcharging, or diversion of petroleum products.
Chairing a comprehensive review meeting here to assess the availability and distribution of petroleum products across Jammu and Kashmir, the Chief Secretary, according to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) directed strict legal action against any person who at any level creates artificial scarcity of any essential commodity.
During the meeting, the Chief Secretary was apprised about the present stock position of all major petroleum products including Motor Spirit (MS), High Speed Diesel (HSD), aviation turbine fuel, and LPG available across the Union Territory.
While reviewing district-wise supply, he asked the Deputy Commissioners to furnish detailed reports on availability and distribution. He noted that no doubt overall situation remains satisfactory but stressed that all eligible domestic and commercial consumers must receive LPG supplies without delay, with priority accorded to genuine beneficiaries.
The Chief Secretary further underscored the importance of doorstep delivery of LPG and directed Oil Marketing Companies to maintain adequate stock levels at retail outlets, dealer points, and buffer depots to ensure uninterrupted supply.
He also instructed the Commissioner Secretary, Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, to conduct regular reviews with district administrations, maintain close coordination, and keep the higher authorities informed. He emphasized the need for officers to remain accessible to the public and ensure prompt redressal of grievances.
The Chief Secretary was also informed that a robust monitoring mechanism has been put in place, including real-time tracking and daily reporting of stock positions. District administrations have been directed to closely monitor supply and distribution, supported by district-level committees and task forces to ensure fair and transparent allocation.
Regarding the pipeline project, it was apprised that the Union Territory is compliant with all incentive conditions. 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.
