The recent petrol shortage in Hyderabad has triggered widespread panic buying, leading to long queues at petrol pumps across the city. Despite government assurances that there is no fuel shortage in Telangana, many petrol stations have run out of stock, displaying ‘no stock’ signs and resorting to rationing fuel sales for two-wheelers to just 150–200 litres.

This situation arose after rumors circulated on social media about a potential fuel shortage, prompting residents to rush to petrol stations. A local resident, A Narendra, mentioned, “I came here after seeing posts about a fuel shortage on social media.” As panic escalated, some petrol pumps reported sales of up to 13,000 litres by 6 PM on a single day, compared to the normal daily sales of 10,000-12,000 litres.

According to the Civil Supplies department, daily petrol consumption in Telangana is approximately 35 lakh litres, while diesel consumption stands at 45 lakh litres. There are around 3,600 petrol pumps across the state, with 900-1,000 located in the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) region. However, the supply of fuel was disrupted over the weekend as oil companies did not deliver fuel on Saturday and Sunday due to holidays.

Stephan Reveendra, the Commissioner of the Civil Supplies Department, urged the public to refrain from panic buying, stating, “I urge the public not to engage in panic buying.” Despite these reassurances, many residents, like Sai Kumar, expressed frustration, saying, “Hundreds of vehicles are here for filling. I am here from almost 25 minutes.”

Marri Amarender Reddy, president of the Telangana Petroleum Dealers Association, criticized the oil companies for imposing sudden rules that negatively impact citizens during such a crisis. Temporary stock issues were notably reported in areas like Bahadurpura and Mir Alam, further exacerbating the situation.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding the exact reason for the sudden surge in demand, and the timeline for when normal fuel supply will resume is also uncertain. The Civil Supplies department maintains that the fuel supply mechanism is functioning normally, but the ongoing panic buying suggests otherwise.

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What does the recent surge in panic buying at petrol pumps in Gujarat signify about the current state of fuel supply? Despite widespread rumors suggesting a shortage, authorities have confirmed that there is no actual lack of petrol or diesel in the state.

Social media speculation led to long queues at petrol stations, with some individuals waiting up to 5 hours to fill their tanks. However, the Federation of Gujarat Petroleum Dealers Association has clarified that adequate supplies are available, and the situation is expected to normalize within this week.

In contrast, Bangladesh is grappling with a more severe fuel crisis. The Bangladesh Petrol Pump Owners’ Association has warned of potential shutdowns due to ongoing fuel shortages, with many petrol pumps in Dhaka and other areas remaining closed.

The fuel crunch in Bangladesh is linked to global supply disruptions, particularly those tied to tensions in West Asia. This has led to a significant impact on fuel availability, causing panic buying similar to that seen in Gujarat.

Authorities in Gujarat have attributed the temporary disruptions in the supply chain to recent holidays, which have affected fuel distribution. The Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) has introduced adjustments in lifting norms to ensure smoother fuel distribution going forward.

Despite the chaos, officials in Gujarat have reassured the public that there is no need for concern regarding fuel availability. Dhimant Ghelani, a spokesperson for the Federation, stated, “There is no actual shortage of petrol or diesel in the state.”

As the situation develops, the focus remains on how quickly normalcy can be restored in both regions. While Gujarat appears to be stabilizing, the ongoing fuel shortages in Bangladesh raise questions about the long-term implications for fuel supply in the region.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding the extent of the fuel crisis in Bangladesh and its potential resolution. The coming days will be crucial in determining whether the situation improves or worsens.

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