The Government of India has allowed the sale of kerosene through select petrol pumps as part of emergency measures to ease pressure on LPG supplies.

Under the new rules, public sector oil marketing companies can store and distribute kerosene via designated fuel stations across multiple states for household use such as cooking and lighting.

The move includes temporary relaxation of petroleum safety and licensing norms and will remain in effect for 60 days. It comes amid global energy disruptions impacting LPG availability, with the government aiming to ensure continued access to essential fuel.

India: Centre Allows Kerosene Sale At Petrol Pumps To Ease LPG Supply Pressure

Amid global energy uncertainty in view of the West Asia crisis, the Union government has rolled out a 60-day emergency measure to reintroduce PDS kerosene, including in 21 “kerosene-free” States and Union Territories. Select petrol pumps in every district will be permitted to store and distribute limited quantities of superior kerosene oil (SKO) under the relaxed norms.


Energy Crisis: Indian Government Allows Kerosene Sale at Petrol Pumps

In 2025, crude oil fell over 20 percent to post its deepest annual loss since 2020 on surplus concerns.

A punishing supply is expected to weigh on prices this year as well.

However, fuel prices at indian pumps have remained elevated since the government cut petrol and diesel prices in march 2024.

In this next report, we dive into why fuel prices haven't come down in the country despite a significant fall in international crude.

Indians See No Change in Fuel Prices Despite Crude Plunge 

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Not diesel but water! 19 vehicles in MP chief minister's convoy towed after fuel fiasco-WATCH

At least seven persons were killed in a massive fire that broke out following a truck collision outside a petrol pump in Rajasthan's Jaipur. The incident took place on Ajmer Road when a CNG tanker parked near the petrol pump caught fire after a truck collided with other vehicles.

Jaipur Fire: 9 Killed, 35 Injured After Gas Tanker Collides With Multiple Vehicles | World News

Despite global crude oil prices plunging below $70 a barrel, Indian consumers continue to feel the sting at the pump. Prices in many regions have stayed around 100 rupees per litre for almost two years now. This ongoing burden is a glaring indictment of government policies that prioritize big oil Companies over the welfare of the common man.

Indians demand relief from high oil prices

Despite global crude oil prices plunging below $70 a barrel, Indian consumers continue to feel the sting at the pump. Prices in many regions have stayed around 100 rupees per litre for almost two years now. This ongoing burden is a glaring indictment of government policies that prioritize big oil companies over the welfare of the common man.

Why India's fuel pricing needs major overhaul

Petrol pump owners across Delhi have deferred their planned strike, allowing Pollution Under Control (PUC) certification centres to continue operations on Monday.

Delhi petrol pump owners defer strike after assurance from Transport Minister

An employee, working in a petrol pump in the Indian city of Jaipur, was caught harassing a Russian tourist in a video. The woman was accompanied by her Indian friend, who is a Delhi-based travel vlogger, and is popularly known as 'On Road Indian' on YouTube.

Russian tourist’s video of harassment by petrol pump worker goes viral, police take action: Video

Petrol prices in India have touched an all-time high level, with a litre of the transportation fuel selling at ₹84.20 in Delhi on Thursday. The increase in fuel prices comes after a jump in oil prices in the international market, where brent crude is currently trading at close to $55 a barrel, a $ 5 increase in just around a weeks’ time.

Petrol price at all-time high; citizens worry whether it will reach ₹ 100/litre

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