Centre Rejects Reports of Extended Waiting Period
- The government officials from India announced that the waiting period for booking LPG cylinder refills remains unchanged. The media reported that oil companies had extended the waiting period to 35 days.
- The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas issued an official statement to address the issue. The Ministry declared that all reports about the organization are false because they lack factual basis. Consumers can continue to book LPG refills as per existing rules.
Existing LPG Booking Rules Remain the Same
The government confirmed that the current waiting periods remain unchanged for all users.
- Urban areas: 25-day waiting period
- Rural areas: 45-day waiting period
The established time limits depend on both the location and the type of connection. The current limits have received no updates.
The Centre advised consumers through two main recommendations.
- People should not believe false information.
- People should not worry about LPG supply availability.
- People should not order refills until they need them.
Rumors About 35-Day Waiting Period Explained
Recent reports claimed that new waiting periods were introduced for different connection types.
- The double-cylinder connections will have a waiting period of 35 days.
- The single-cylinder connections will have a waiting period of 25 days.
- The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana beneficiaries will have a waiting period of 45 days.
The false information spread rapidly through the country which created panic among the citizens. The government has officially confirmed that these claims are false and there have been no changes to existing regulations.
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