New Delhi, March 5 -- Airports Authority of India (AAI) has refuted any reports claiming that the airport operator has sought details regarding Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) stock at international airports amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia.

In a press release, AAI stated that it does not exercise oversight over fuel inventories in airports.

AAI said, "There are some media reports with reference to Airports Authority of India (AAI) that AAI has sought details regarding Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) stock positions at international airports in the context of the prevailing geopolitical situation in West Asia."

Categorically denying the reports, the AAI said, "The Authority states that it has not asked formally or informally any airport ...