New Delhi, April 6 -- The Government of India has advised citizens to use digital modes for booking LPG cylinders and avoid visiting distributors unless necessary, as part of measures to ensure smooth supply and prevent crowding amid the evolving situation in West Asia. The government reiterated that there is adequate availability of petrol, diesel, and LPG across the country, and urged citizens not to indulge in panic buying or fall prey to rumours, while relying only on official sources for information.

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas stated that uninterrupted supply of fuel is being maintained, with domestic LPG and PNG given the highest priority, along with essential sectors such as hospitals and educational institutions. T...