Rumours of a fuel shortage triggered panic buying across Hyderabad, leading to long queues and temporary shutdown of fuel stations. Authorities assured adequate supply, while dealers said fresh stocks are arriving and the situation is expected to normalise soon
Despite repeated assurances from oil marketing companies, district officials and police that fuel reserves in Hyderabad are sufficient for 60 days, panic buying continued across the city. Officials clarified there is no scarcity of petrol or diesel, but the surge in demand temporarily affected supply at some outlets.
Nitika Pant assured no fuel shortage in Kumram Bheem Asifabad, urging citizens to ignore rumours and avoid panic buying. Police warned of strict action against fake news circulation and illegal fuel hoarding disrupting normal supply
Fuel panic buying led to long queues and shortages across Adilabad and nearby districts, with many stations running dry. Officials attributed the crisis to increased demand amid West Asia tensions and said steps are underway to stabilise supplies
VC Sajjanar assured there is no fuel or LPG shortage in Hyderabad, urging citizens to avoid panic buying. Police warn that rumours and rush at pumps could disrupt smooth distribution across the city
