India, June 7 -- Several private hospitals in Pune are facing difficulties after fuel stations largely stopped dispensing diesel in cans and other containers, raising concerns over uninterrupted power supply amid recent electricity disruptions, officials said.

Hospital administrators said they have been unable to procure diesel in cans for the past three days after fuel pump operators reportedly stopped issuing fuel following directions from district authorities.

The development has triggered concern among healthcare facilities that rely on diesel generators to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply for intensive care units (ICUs), operation theatres, ventilators, dialysis units and other critical services.

According to the Indian Med...