Telangana Urges Swift LPG Imports to Rescue Auto-Rickshaw Sector
The Telangana Civil Supplies Department is addressing a significant shortage in auto LPG, impacting auto-rickshaw drivers. With private operators dominating the market, Commissioner M Stephen Raveendra mandates immediate actions to import LPG and safeguard livelihoods, while government officials seek assistance from the Centre for additional supplies.
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The Telangana Civil Supplies Department Commissioner, M Stephen Raveendra, has directed private auto LPG companies to promptly source and import LPG to counter a shortage affecting auto-rickshaw drivers, particularly in Hyderabad.
The supply has seen a 35% reduction, with private operators holding an 80% market share. Urgent measures were discussed in a meeting to avert public transport disruptions.
Civil Supplies Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy appealed to the central government for additional supplies. The state faces a 55 MTs daily shortfall, with around one lakh affected auto-rickshaws relying on the fuel.
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