March 18, New Delhi – Uttar Pradesh is experiencing an unprecedented crackdown on the black market for LPG, as the Yogi Adityanath administration intensifies efforts to ensure a continuous supply of gas to households.
So far, 5,813 inspections and raids have been conducted across the state, resulting in 86 FIRs and the arrest of 11 individuals involved in illicit trading.
The administration is closely monitoring deliveries from 4,108 distributors.
Legal proceedings have already been initiated against 85 individuals implicated in black marketing activities.
A 24-hour control room at the Food Commissioner's office is operational, and district-level monitoring systems have been strengthened to ensure compliance.
(Video Caption: Uttar Pradesh cracks down on LPG black marketing)
