Govt Prioritises Transparent, Competitive LPG Allocation

The Petroleum Division said on Friday, October 16, that a transparent and competitive mechanism for allocating locally produced liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) remains a government priority. In a statement, it said the government is committed to disposing of locally produced LPG through a transparent, competitive process, so that all industry participants get a level playing field and supplies do not remain concentrated among a limited number of market players.

Proposed Measures

The division said it has submitted a set of measures to improve LPG supplies in the domestic market. One proposal is a transparent and competitive mechanism for disposing of locally produced LPG, while ensuring its availability in remote and hilly areas in line with the LPG Policy 2016. According to the statement, the mechanism aims to:

• Promote fair competition

• Improve transparency in the allocation of locally produced LPG

• Ensure that upstream enterprises receive a fair return on their resources

• Give equitable opportunities to all market participants

Legal Position and Public Interest

The division noted that the matter is currently being pursued through the courts and that the government reserves the right to use all available legal options. It said public welfare remains the foremost priority, particularly in improving LPG availability and distribution and ensuring continued access for consumers in remote and hilly regions.