AP CM Reviews Fuel Crisis as Supply Disruption Hits Andhra Pradesh

In view of fuel supply disruptions across Andhra Pradesh, leading to temporary closure of several petrol bunks, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has directed officials to restore normalcy at the earliest and ensure that the public does not face inconvenience.

The Chief Minister reviewed the situation through a teleconference with Chief Secretary Sai Prasad and senior officials from Mumbai before leaving for Amaravati. He examined in detail the current fuel supply and demand conditions .

According to officials, out of a total 4,510 petrol bunks in the state, around 421 bunks have been closed due to supply issues. Although fuel supply has increased by about 10% , panic buying among the public has significantly pushed up demand, they informed the Chief Minister.

Under normal conditions, the state records a daily average sale of 6,330 kilolitres of petrol and 9,048 kilolitres of diesel . However, on Saturday alone, sales surged to 10,345 kilolitres of petrol and 14,156 kilolitres of diesel . This led to long queues at fuel stations and severe inconvenience to consumers. Officials also noted that bulk purchases in the aqua sector using drums have further increased pressure on the supply system.

The Chief Minister directed district collectors and fisheries department officials to coordinate and take immediate corrective measures. He also instructed that the fuel supply system be managed more efficiently. He sought a comprehensive report on the actions taken so far, the current situation, and future plans.

Meanwhile, Andhra Pradesh Petroleum Association President Gopalakrishna said, “ In the last three days, diesel demand has increased. However, oil companies have not been able to supply adequately to all bunks, leading to this issue. ” He added that despite a meeting under the Civil Supplies Commissioner with oil companies and dealers, the situation has not yet fully stabilised.

He further explained that rising crude oil prices in the international market have led oil companies to incur losses of ₹30–₹40 per litre , which has contributed to supply disruptions. However, he expressed hope that if supply improves on Sunday, the situation may gradually stabilize.

Meanwhile, the Union Petroleum Ministry clarified that there is 100% uninterrupted supply of LPG, PNG, and CNG across the country. It also stated that sufficient stocks of petrol and diesel are available and that prices remain unchanged. In view of developments in the Strait of Hormuz , the central government has urged citizens not to engage in panic buying of fuel .