Assam’s Fuel Flow Returns to Normal – OMCs Promise Seamless Supply

For the past few weeks, motorists and households across Assam have been hearing whispers about fuel shortages—some lanes empty, a few LPG cylinders missing from shelves. It felt a bit like waiting for a train that never came.

But the fog has lifted. As of yesterday, oil marketing companies (OMCs) confirmed that the state’s fuel supply chain is back to normal. Petrol pumps are once again humming, diesel trucks are loading without a hitch, and LPG distributors report that cylinders are rolling out to customers as usual.

State officials say the hiccup was largely due to routine maintenance on the pipelines that ferry petroleum products from the refineries in Guwahati to the far‑flung districts. A minor valve malfunction triggered a temporary slowdown, and while technicians scrambled to fix it, the ripple effect was felt in remote markets.

“We understand how vital a steady fuel supply is—not just for commuters but for farmers, small businesses, and every family that depends on LPG for cooking,” said a senior representative of Indian Oil Corporation. “Our teams worked around the clock to clear the bottleneck, and we’re confident that the flow will stay uninterrupted moving forward.”

Hindustan Petroleum echoed the sentiment, adding that they have increased their inventory buffers in key depots to cushion any future hitches. “Think of it as keeping a few extra tires in the trunk—you never know when you’ll need them,” the official joked, offering a human touch to the technical reassurance.

The Assam government has also stepped in, urging the OMCs to maintain transparency and keep the public updated. The Chief Minister, in a brief statement, thanked the oil firms for their swift action and appealed to citizens to stay patient should any minor glitches arise again.

So, for now, the roads of Assam should feel less like a waiting room and more like a bustling highway. Whether you’re filling up your two‑wheelers, loading a diesel‑powered tractor, or just waiting for that next LPG cylinder delivery, the message is clear: the fuel supply is back on track, and the OMCs are keeping a close eye on things.