New Delhi, March 14 -- The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on Saturday issued an advisory to citizens stating that petrol and diesel are adequately available at retail outlets across the country.

The ministry urged consumers not to take or store fuel in loose or inappropriate containers, warning that such practices pose serious safety risks.

According to the advisory, retail outlets have been instructed to strictly adhere to safety guidelines while dispensing fuel.

The ministry further said that any violation of the prescribed safety norms by retail outlets will invite strict action.

Earlier in the day, Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said there is no crisis regarding petroleum products in India, even as the West Asia co...