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Rajasthan petrol dealers allege OMCs are cutting supplies and capping sales through informal messages

Economy
Published on 14 May 2026
Rajasthan petrol dealers allege OMCs are cutting supplies and capping sales through informal messages

Dealers say limits are delivered by mobile texts

Rajasthan petrol pump dealers have alleged that oil marketing companies (OMCs) are reducing fuel supplies to retail outlets while also imposing informal limits on how much petrol and diesel consumers can buy. The Rajasthan Petroleum Dealers Association claims dealers are being told to restrict sales via mobile messages and verbal instructions. In a representation to oil companies, the association warned the step could trigger disputes at fuel stations and potentially escalate into law and order problems across the state.

  • Rajasthan petrol dealers allege OMCs cut fuel supply to retail outlets
  • Dealers claim OMCs imposed informal purchase limits on consumers
  • Instructions were reportedly shared through mobile messages and verbal directives
  • The allegation is raised in a representation submitted to oil companies
  • Dealers warn the move could create law and order issues at stations
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