Illegal LPG Refilling Operation Disrupted in Chakan, 81 Cylinders Seized
Illegal LPG refilling racket busted in Chakan, 81 cylinders seized; one arrested, juvenile detained
Hindustan Times
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On June 2, the Pimpri-Chinchwad crime branch dismantled an illegal LPG refilling operation in Chakan, Maharashtra, seizing 81 cylinders and arresting one adult and detaining a juvenile. The operation posed significant safety risks due to unauthorized handling of highly flammable gas.
- 01The operation was located at 'Jay Ganesh Bharat Gas' on Chakan-Mahalunge road, Khed taluka, Maharashtra.
- 02The seized LPG cylinders were valued at approximately ₹1 lakh (around $1,200 USD).
- 03The accused allegedly procured subsidized domestic LPG cylinders for illegal commercial resale.
- 04The operation was conducted without any valid licenses or safety permissions, posing serious public safety risks.
- 05Similar illegal LPG operations have been reported in Pune district's industrial belt, highlighting a recurring issue.
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On June 2, the Pimpri-Chinchwad crime branch successfully raided an unauthorized LPG refilling operation in Chakan, Maharashtra, resulting in the seizure of 81 domestic LPG cylinders and the arrest of a 31-year-old man, alongside the detention of a juvenile. The police acted on a tip-off regarding the illegal activities at a commercial establishment named 'Jay Ganesh Bharat Gas' located on the Chakan-Mahalunge road. During the operation, law enforcement discovered that the suspects were illegally transferring LPG from domestic cylinders for unauthorized sale, which is a violation of the Essential Commodities Act. The total value of the seized cylinders is estimated at ₹1 lakh (approximately $1,200 USD). Authorities expressed concerns about the severe public safety risks posed by such operations, as improper handling of LPG can lead to catastrophic fires or explosions. Investigations are ongoing to trace the supply chain and identify other individuals involved in this racket, which has become a persistent issue in the industrial region of Pune.
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This illegal operation disrupts the supply chain of subsidized LPG meant for households, potentially affecting local consumers.
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