The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas stated today that petrol and diesel are readily available at retail outlets across the country.
In a social media post, the ministry noted that it had become aware of an incident at a retail outlet in Tamil Nadu, where petrol was being sold in an unsecured container. The ministry advised consumers not to purchase or store fuel in unsecured or inappropriate containers, as this poses serious safety risks. The ministry said that the concerned petrol pump has been suspended, and appropriate action has been taken. The ministry also instructed all retail outlets and dealers to strictly adhere to safety guidelines when dispensing fuel, and warned that any violation would result in strict penalties.