Government Lifts All Restrictions on Sale of Petrol and Diesel from July 1
The Centre has removed all restrictions on the sale of diesel and petrol across the country, effective July 1. This includes lifting the daily cap of 200 litres per consumer on retail diesel sales and allowing industrial consumers to purchase fuels from retail pumps. The Union Petroleum Ministry stated that these temporary measures, initially imposed on June 12 to combat black marketing, diversion, and hoarding, were successful in ensuring adequate availability. The withdrawal signifies an improvement in the supply situation and the restoration of normal supply arrangements, building on a previous order that restored LPG supply levels.
Key Points
- All restrictions on the sale of diesel and petrol have been removed by the Centre, effective July 1.
- The daily retail cap of 200 litres per consumer for diesel has been lifted.
- Industrial and commercial consumers are now permitted to purchase fuels from retail outlets.
- The previous restrictions were implemented on June 12 to prevent black marketing, diversion, and hoarding.
- The government cited improved supply situation and restoration of normal supply arrangements as reasons for the withdrawal of curbs.
Exam Facts
- Restrictions on petrol and diesel sales lifted from July 1.
- The previous cap on retail diesel sale was 200 litres per consumer per day.
- Union Petroleum Ministry issued the control order for diesel on June 12.
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