New Delhi, May 21 -- The Government on Thursday assured citizens that adequate stocks of petrol, diesel and LPG are available across the country amid the evolving geopolitical situation in West Asia, while confirming that all Indian seafarers in the Gulf region remain safe.

During an inter-ministerial media briefing at the National Media Centre here, officials from the Ministries of Petroleum and Natural Gas and Ports, Shipping and Waterways outlined measures being undertaken to ensure uninterrupted fuel supplies, stable maritime operations and public confidence.

The Government urged citizens to avoid panic buying of petrol, diesel and LPG and advised people to rely only on official information while remaining cautious of rumours and misi...