Assam Govt Quells Fuel Shortage Rumours, Appeals for Calm
The Assam government has firmly dismissed rumours of a fuel shortage, urging citizens not to indulge in panic buying. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma assured that there is sufficient stock of petrol and diesel across the state, including Guwahati. He emphasized that misinformation spreading on social media has triggered unnecessary panic, leading to long queues at fuel stations. Authorities warned that such behaviour could disrupt the normal supply chain. The government is closely monitoring the situation and coordinating with oil companies to ensure uninterrupted availability of fuel. Citizens have been advised to remain calm and rely only on official updates.
