GENERAL1 Oct 2026
Private retailers capping fuel sales unacceptable, says Oil secretary
The government has told private fuel retailers such as Jio-bp and Nayara to stop limiting diesel sales. The Oil Secretary, Neeraj Mittal, called any capping of fuel sales unacceptable. The move follows bulk buyers shifting their purchases to cheaper retail pumps. If you buy diesel in bulk, keep your purchase records ready and check with your regular pump before planning large orders.
Key Statutory Highlights
- The Petroleum Ministry has directed private fuel retailers, including Jio-bp and Nayara, to end diesel sales rationing.
- Bulk buyers had been shifting their purchases to cheaper retail pumps, which led to the rationing.
- Oil Secretary Neeraj Mittal said capping fuel sales is unacceptable.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If your business buys diesel in bulk, ask your regular pump whether supply is back to normal before placing a large order, and keep the bills safely for your records.
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TaxQue News Desk
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