IMPHAL, May 24 – Despite the claims of the Government of Manipur regarding the availability of petroleum products in the State due to the swelling of stock, most of the filling stations are yet to open for the general public.
The stock of petroleum products were augmented in the State after the stranded oil tankers in Jiribam were escorted back to Imphal, coupled with petroleum products brought through the NH-150 apart from airlifting of
fuel.
Following the improvement of fuel supply, the State Government has announced allotment of 24 kilolitres daily for the transporters besides providing fuel through selected agents in Tamenglong, Ukhrul and Senapati districts.
Shortage of essential commodities including fuel in the State resulted following the indefinite blockade imposed by the All Naga Students’ Association with the support of Naga frontal organisations. The blockade was called against the Manipur (Hill Areas) District Council elections under the 3rd Amendment Act, 2008.
Fuel shortage persists in Manipur
