HPCL Assures Normal Fuel Supply Amid Reports of Shortages
HPCL dismisses fuel shortage reports, assures normal supply remains
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Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has refuted claims of fuel shortages and disruptions, stating that operations are normal across its retail network. Increased customer footfall is attributed to seasonal demand and competitive pricing, with HPCL urging consumers to avoid panic buying and rely on official communications.
- 01HPCL reported a 15.8% increase in petrol sales and a 21.1% increase in diesel sales in Nandurbar district, Maharashtra.
- 02The company confirmed that all 87 retail outlets in Nandurbar are operational and adequately stocked.
- 03HPCL's clarification on social media emphasized that reports of fuel shortages are false and misleading.
- 04The surge in customer numbers is mainly due to seasonal demand in May and higher prices at some private outlets.
- 05HPCL urged customers to rely on official sources for information and avoid panic buying.
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Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has dismissed reports of fuel shortages, asserting that its supply remains normal and operations are uninterrupted. In a statement on X, HPCL labeled the claims as misleading, emphasizing that fuel supply at its retail outlets is stable and replenished regularly. The company noted a temporary increase in customer footfall due to seasonal demand in May and a shift in consumer preference towards its outlets because of competitive pricing compared to some private retailers. HPCL reported strong sales growth in Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, with petrol sales reaching 5,254 kiloliters, a 15.8% increase over historical figures, and diesel sales at 15,656 kiloliters, marking a 21.1% growth. All 87 retail outlets in Nandurbar are operational, and HPCL reassured customers of adequate fuel supplies. The company urged consumers to avoid panic buying and rely on official communications to counter misinformation circulating on social media.
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The assurance of normal fuel supply means consumers in Maharashtra can expect stable fuel availability, alleviating concerns about shortages.
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