Lucknow, March 17 In a statewide crackdown to ensure the smooth supply of petroleum products, including LPG cylinders, and to curb the black marketing of essential commodities, FIRs have been registered against 12 LPG distributors, while 74 others have been booked for alleged malpractice, according to a statement.
A total of 11 persons have been arrested in connection with this, an official statement issued here on Tuesday said.
As part of an enforcement drive conducted between March 12 and 17, authorities carried out 5,813 inspections and raids across Uttar Pradesh.
During the operation, 12 FIRs were registered against LPG distributors, while 74 cases were lodged against other persons allegedly involved in black marketing, the statement said, adding that the enforcement drive is ongoing, with local authorities directed to maintain strict vigilance.
Officials said that the supply of petroleum products, including LPG, petrol, and diesel, remains under control.
Timely delivery of LPG refills is being ensured to consumers across 4,108 distributors in the state, with adequate stock of cylinders available.
To maintain market balance, the Centre has permitted the allocation of up to 20 per cent of total consumption for commercial LPG cylinders, officials said.
A 24x7 control room has been set up at the food commissioner's office to monitor distribution and address grievances in real time.
Besides, personnel from the food and civil supplies department have been deployed at the central control room, while similar control rooms have been activated at the district level.
District supply officers and local administrative officials are conducting regular field visits to prevent any artificial shortage and ensure uninterrupted availability of essential fuels to consumers, officials said.
