Govt takes firm action against LPG hoarding; warns strict action

ASTORE, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 15th Jul, 2026) Deputy Commissioner Astore, Neelam Ali has taken a firm stance against the artificial shortage of Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG), profiteering, and violations of the officially notified price list, declaring that the supply of LPG to the public at government approved rates would be ensured across the district.

Rejecting the demands of local LPG dealers, the Deputy Commissioner directed the concerned authorities not to tolerate any exploitation of consumers. She warned that if local dealers refused to supply LPG at the officially notified prices or attempt to create an artificial shortage, the district administration would bring in new LPG dealers from the district headquarters of Chilas, Diamer, to ensure uninterrupted supply to the public at prescribed rates.

Neelam Ali emphasized that the foremost priority of the district administration was to ensure the uninterrupted availability of essential commodities at affordable prices. She stated that no individual or group would be allowed to act against the public interest.

The Deputy Commissioner further warned that strict legal action would be taken against anyone found involved in hoarding, or creating artificial shortage. She instructed the relevant departments to maintain continuous market inspections and ensure indiscriminate action against violators.

She also appealed to the public to immediately report any incidents where LPG was being sold above the official price or an artificial shortage, enabling the district administration to take timely legal action against those responsible.