Petrol crisis deepens in Lucknow, prices of buckets and bottles increase, prices of industrial PNG go up:

News India Live, Digital Desk: The huge shortage of petrol and diesel in many districts including the capital of Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow (Petrol Crisis) has broken the back of the general public and industries. The situation is such that there are long queues at petrol pumps and people are racing to accumulate stock. The direct impact of this crisis is now visible on household goods and industrial fuels also. In the last 24 hours, there has been a sudden rise in the prices of plastic items, which is causing a double blow to the pockets of the common man.

Increase in the price of bottles and buckets by up to 20%

Amidst rumors of oil running out at petrol pumps and limited supply, people are trying to store petrol and diesel at home. For this, the demand for plastic bottles, cans and buckets has suddenly increased. The prices of these plastic goods in the wholesale and retail markets of Lucknow. 15 to 20 percent An increase of up to. The gallon which was earlier available for Rs 50-60, is now charging Rs 80 to Rs 100 for it.

Huge increase in the prices of industrial PNG

Industries getting relief amid petrol-diesel crisis Industrial PNG The rates have also been increased. Due to global changes in natural gas prices and increasing local demand, industrial units will now have to shell out more for fuel. This will have a direct impact on the production cost, due to which products related to glass, iron and food processing industries may become expensive in the coming days.

Inflation increased due to transportation stoppage

The worst impact of fuel shortage has been on logistics. The arrival of fruits and vegetables in the markets of Lucknow has reduced as trucks and loaders are standing at petrol pumps. Due to shortage of diesel, many transporters have jammed the wheels of their vehicles. Experts believe that if oil supply does not normalize in the next 48 hours, the prices of essential commodities may increase further.

What do the administration and oil companies have to say?

The district administration has appealed to the public not to panic and stock oil unnecessarily. Oil companies (IOCL, BPCL, HPCL) claim that efforts are being made to smooth the supply from the depot. Officials say the crisis is temporary and some pumps have run out of oil due to route diversion or logistics problems. However, the ground reality is different from the claims of the administration, where even after waiting for hours, people have to see the ‘No Stock’ board.