**Executive Summary**
The Government of Maharashtra, in coordination with Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs), has confirmed a stable supply of petroleum products and fertilizers despite global geopolitical tensions. Key measures include a phased commercial LPG allocation framework and a mandatory transition to Piped Natural Gas (PNG) for eligible consumers by 30 June 2026. The state has also secured 25.58 lakh metric tonnes of fertilizer to support the upcoming Kharif season.
**Key Points / Main Content**
**Petroleum and Fuel Management**
* Government authorities confirmed there is no shortage of petrol, diesel, or domestic LPG, with daily supply maintained at approximately 5.8 lakh cylinders.
* Shri. Chandrakant Dange has been appointed as the Nodal Officer to oversee petroleum supply management and intensify enforcement against black marketing.
* The Central Government has allocated 3744 KL of kerosene to the state, with a distribution limit of 3 liters per family as per the 25.03.2026 order.
* Continuous dispatch of 5 kg LPG cylinders is being ensured specifically for migrant laborers.
**Piped Natural Gas (PNG) Transition**
* A strict deadline of 30 June 2026 has been set for households and commercial establishments in areas with existing infrastructure to transition from LPG cylinders to PNG.
* The state is promoting PNG registration to enhance long-term energy efficiency and optimize LPG usage.
**Commercial LPG Allocation Framework**
* **Phase I (20% allocation):** Prioritizes essential sectors, including hospitals, educational institutions, government establishments, defense services, and community kitchens.
* **Phase III (20% allocation):** Targets the hospitality and food industry, such as hotels, restaurants, industrial canteens, and food processing units.
* **Phase IV (20% allocation):** Allocated to labor-intensive industries, including steel, automobile, textile, and chemical sectors, to ensure industrial continuity.
**Agricultural Supply and Monitoring**
* The state holds a healthy storage of 25.58 lakh metric tonnes of chemical fertilizers, meeting 52% of the Kharif season requirement.
* A buffer stock of 1.50 lakh MT of Urea and 25,000 MT of DAP has been established to prevent mid-season shortages.
* Deployment of 34 district-level flying squads and 483 inspectors to eliminate black marketing and the unauthorized "linking" of products.
**Impact Analysis**
**Households and Commercial Establishments**
**Impact**
Residents and businesses in areas with PNG infrastructure are required to shift their energy source.
**Action Required**
Must complete the transition from LPG cylinders to Piped Natural Gas (PNG) by the 30 June 2026 deadline.
**Industrial and Hospitality Sectors**
**Impact**
Benefit from a structured, phased allocation of commercial LPG to ensure operational continuity and employment generation.
**Action Required**
Coordinate with OMCs to access the specific percentage-based allocations sanctioned for their respective phases (Phase III or IV).
**Agricultural Stakeholders and Farmers**
**Impact**
Assured availability of fertilizers and price stability through state-managed buffer stocks and intensified monitoring.
**Action Required**
Procure fertilizers through authorized nodal agencies like MAIDC and MARKFED; report any instances of "linking" or black marketing to the deployed inspectors.
**Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) and Nodal Officers**
**Impact**
Responsible for the strategic monitoring of supply chains and the expansion of the City Gas Distribution (CGD) network.
**Action Required**
Ensure uninterrupted supply, manage the phased LPG allocation, and meet the infrastructure expansion goals for Phase II.
Key Entities Referenced
Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs): The primary group of entities coordinating with the state government to ensure the uninterrupted supply and distribution of petroleum products, including LPG and kerosene.
Phase-wise allocation framework for commercial LPG: A strategic initiative implemented to prioritize and manage fuel supply across four phases, targeting essential sectors, hospitals, and labor-intensive industries.
Piped Natural Gas (PNG) network: A policy initiative aimed at expanding gas infrastructure and transitioning consumers from LPG cylinders to piped gas, with a implementation deadline of June 30, 2026.
Maharashtra State Agriculture Department: The department responsible for the Kharif season roadmap, managing the storage and distribution of chemical fertilizers such as Urea and DAP.
City Gas Distribution (CGD) network: A long-term infrastructure expansion project intended to enhance energy efficiency and increase the state's commercial LPG allocation eligibility.
Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas
Maharashtra Ensures Uninterrupted Fuel Supply
amid Global Geopolitical Situation; Strategic LPG
Allocation and Monitoring Measures in Place
Maharashtra’s distribution network, supported by multiple
LPG bottling plants and coordinated logistics, continues to
meet consumer demand without disruption: State Level
Coordinator for OMCs in Maharashtra
Both the Central and State Governments are ensuring the
continuous dispatch of 5 kg LPG cylinders for migrant
labourers
Central Government has allocated 3744 KL of kerosene to the
State Government
The State has a healthy storage of 25.58 lakh metric tonnes
of chemical fertilizers for the upcoming Kharif season
Posted On: 06 APR 2026 7:08PM by PIB Mumbai
: Mumbai, April 6, 2026
In view of the evolving geopolitical situation in West Asia and its potential impact on
global energy supply chains, the Government of Maharashtra, in coordination with
Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs), has undertaken comprehensive measures to
ensure uninterrupted availability of petroleum products across the state. A joint
press briefing by the OMCs and the concerned departments of the State
Government on the current fuel supply situation across the state was held at the
State Secretariat in Mumbai today. The media briefing was addressed by the
Additional Chief Secretary, Department of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer
Protection, Government of Maharashtra, Shri Anil Diggikar; Controller of Rationing,
Distribution and Director, Civil Supplies, Shri Chandrakant Dange; Director,
Agriculture (Input and Quality Control), Government of Maharashtra, Shri Sunil
Borkar; and Deputy General Manager, Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited, and
State Level Coordinator for Oil Marketing Companies in Maharashtra, Shri Umesh
Kulkarni.The Government authorities have confirmed that there is no shortage of petrol,
diesel, or domestic LPG, and supply systems are functioning smoothly. The state’s
distribution network, supported by multiple LPG bottling plants and coordinated
logistics, continues to meet consumer demand without disruption.
Shri. Chandrakant Dange, Controller Ration Distribution and Director Civil Supplies
has been appointed as the Nodal Officer for the streamlined supply of petroleum
products and overall petroleum supply management. Enforcement actions against
black marketing and diversion have been intensified, resulting in multiple seizures,
cases and arrests.
The Government of Maharashtra has taken several steps to ensure expeditious
expansion of Piped Natural Gas (PNG) networks across the state. The state
government has set a deadline of 30 June 2026 for households and commercial
establishments located in areas where PNG infrastructure is already available to
transition from LPG cylinders to PNG.
Recognizing the importance of prudent and equitable resource utilization, the
Government has implemented a structured, phase-wise allocation framework for
commercial LPG.
In Phase I, 20 percent of the remaining commercial LPG was allocated with priority
to essential sectors. District Collectors were instructed to ensure supply to critical
institutions such as hospitals, educational institutions, government establishments,
defence services, and public sector operations. Community kitchens and welfare
food services were also included to safeguard food security for vulnerable
populations.
Long-term measures have been proposed for expanding the City Gas Distribution
(CGD) network for Phase II. Upon implementation, Maharashtra is expected to
become eligible for an additional 10 percent allocation of LPG for commercial use.
The proposal is currently under active consideration by the State Government.
An additional 20 percent allocation of commercial LPG has been approved for Phase
III. Priority sectors under this phase include hotels, dhabas, restaurants, industrial
canteens, food processing and dairy industries, subsidized canteens operated by
government bodies, and community kitchens.Further, in Phase IV, an additional 20 percent allocation has been sanctioned with
priority for labour-intensive industries such as steel, automobile, textile, dye,
chemical, and plastic sectors, ensuring continuity in industrial operations and
employment generation.
The State Level Coordinator of the Oil Industry, Shri Umesh Kulkarni, informed that
the availability of petrol and diesel in Maharashtra remains adequate, and there is
no cause for concern regarding fuel supply in the state.
Maharashtra is currently supported by 23 LPG plants, catering to approximately 3.5
crore consumers. The supply of domestic LPG remains stable, with no reduction
observed in cylinder availability. Earlier, the average daily supply stood at
approximately 5.9 lakh cylinders, and it is currently being maintained at around 5.8
lakh cylinders, indicating no significant disruption.
It was further stated that both the Central and State Governments are ensuring the
continuous dispatch of 5 kg LPG cylinders for migrant labourers. There is no
shortage of LPG supply for migrant workers, and their requirements are being
adequately met.
The Central Government has allocated 3744 KL of kerosene to the State
Government. The said kerosene is being distributed district-wise as per the order
dated 25.03.2026. Instructions regarding distribution of 3 litters of kerosene per
family have been given as per the said order.
In addition, efforts are being undertaken to promote and increase registration for
Piped Natural Gas (PNG) connections, with the objective of enhancing long-term
energy efficiency and optimizing LPG usage across the state.
The State Agriculture Department has finalized its roadmap for the upcoming Kharif
season. As of April 1, 2026, the state reports a healthy storage of 25.58 lakh metric
tonnes of chemical fertilizers, representing 52% of the total seasonal requirement.
In order to safeguard against mid-season surges in demand, the State Government
has established a Buffer Stock and reserved 1.50 lakh MT of Urea and 25,000 MT of
DAP through nodal agencies like MAIDC and MARKFED. Besides, ₹30 crore has been
set aside to manage the logistics and storage of these protected reserves. 34
district-level flying squads and 483 inspectors have been also deployed to eliminate
black marketing and the unauthorized "linking" of products.
The State Government and OMCs urged citizens not to panic, as adequate supplies
of fuel are being maintained. The government continues to closely monitor the
situation and remains committed to ensuring stability, transparency, and equitable
distribution of petroleum products across the state.
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