Temporary Fuel Allocation Limits Removed, Industries Set to Resume Normal Purchases

From July 1, the temporary order restricting retail sales of motor spirit and high speed diesel to commercial entities will no longer be in force. The suspension of the 200‑litre per day limit on diesel for each customer or vehicle restores full purchasing freedom for the industrial, institutional and transport sectors.

The decision follows an assessment that the earlier constraints, introduced to curb illicit hoarding and prevent market distortions, are no longer required. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas had warned of a potential abnormal rise in demand at public oil marketing company (OMC) stations, prompting the temporary rules.

Now, manufacturers, logistics firms and other commercial users can procure fuel as per their genuine consumption needs without bureaucratic hindrance.