Shillong, Apr 29: Supply of LPG and petroleum products in Meghalaya remains stable and adequate, with sufficient stocks and uninterrupted distribution across the state.
This was highlighted during a press conference held today at the Main Secretariat here by the Press Information Bureau (PIB) Shillong in collaboration with the Department of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs and oil marketing companies (OMCs).
Addressing the media, officials informed that the supply of LPG and all petroleum products, including petrol and diesel, in the state remains completely normal and under control. Adequate stocks are available and uninterrupted supply is being ensured through robust infrastructure, continuous monitoring systems and effective coordination between OMCs and the state government.
The state, like the rest of the country, had experienced shortage of commercial gas cylinders for restaurants and hotels, etc and panic among domestic users given a tightening in supply because of the Iran War.
At present, Meghalaya has a total of 334 retail outlets, including 205 of IndianOil, 43 of Bharat Petroleum, 72 of Hindustan Petroleum and 14 private outlets, PIB Shillong said in a press release. Current stock levels are sufficient to meet approximately 25 days of petrol demand and 46 days of diesel demand. All retail outlets are functioning normally without any restriction on sales and consumption patterns remain consistent with normal levels observed during January-March 2026. Citizens have been advised to avoid panic buying.
In the LPG sector, services are being provided to approximately 3.7 lakh consumers through a network of 66 distributors across the state. Adequate stock of domestic LPG cylinders is available, and no instances of dry-out have been reported.
On average, around 4,103 LPG refills are delivered daily and the current backlog of about five days is being cleared as per scheduled bookings. The officials highlighted significant progress in digitisation, with 83 percent of LPG bookings now being made through digital platforms, compared to 68 percent two months ago. Delivery Authentication Code (DAC) compliance has also improved to 67 percent from 36 percent two months ago, ensuring transparency and preventing diversion.
To support low-consumption households, migrant labourers and students, 5kg LPG cylinders have been reintroduced, with 4,878 units sold in March 2026 and 4,780 units sold since April 1.
Officials further informed that commercial LPG allocation is currently maintained at 70 percent in line with central government guidelines, with priority being accorded to essential sectors such as hospitals, educational institutions, defence establishments, railways, government offices, hotels, restaurants and industrial canteens.
The North East produces around 60-70 percent of its LPG requirement through local refineries, with current production of 1,400-1,500 tonnes against a demand of approximately 2,700 tonnes per month. The LPG bottling plant being set up in Ri-Bhoi is expected to be functional by the third quarter of this year, which will further strengthen the supply infrastructure in Meghalaya.
