27/03/2026
DC Kishtwar Urges Public Not to Panic; Assures Adequate Stocks of Essential Commodities
Kishtwar, March 27:
The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kishtwar Sh. Pankaj Kumar Sharma (JKAS), has stated that, as far as fuel and food grains are concerned, there is absolutely no shortage in District Kishtwar.
Addressing concerns, the DC noted that unnecessary panic has arisen among the public regarding the availability of food grains, ration supplies in stores, LPG cylinders, and the perceived excessive rush at petrol and diesel outlets.
Clarifying the stock position, the DC informed that the current LPG stock in the district exceeds 1,000 cylinders, which is sufficient for four to five days. This stock level is part of the normal routine and aligns with the standard storage capacity maintained across the six LPG agencies operating in the district.
The DC further stated that LPG distribution is OTP-based, ensuring that no cylinder is issued without proper OTP verification. Additionally, all agencies have been instructed to provide home delivery services to facilitate smooth distribution.
It was emphasized that the prevailing sense of panic among the public regarding the exhaustion of LPG cylinders is unfounded. In fact, the current stock position is better than routine supply levels.
Regarding commercial cylinders, the DC assured that even in cases of earlier shortages, adequate supply has been ensured to hydroelectric power projects as required.
On fuel availability, the DC confirmed that sufficient stocks of petrol and diesel are available for the next four to five days. Given the limited number of fuel outlets in the district, such stocking levels are standard practice and do not indicate any disruption in supply.
The public is advised not to engage in panic buying or hoarding and to purchase only as per their genuine requirements. Since the distribution system is OTP-based, supplies will continue to be provided smoothly as consumers complete their e-KYC formalities.
