Lokmat News Network
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
The district has been allotted 1.44 lakh litres of kerosene for March–April as a temporary alternative fuel amid the Gulf war situation. Supply will come from the Loni Kalbhor depot in Pune, and distribution through rural ration shops will begin after transport rates are finalised.
Kerosene distribution was discontinued in 2016. To ensure short-term resumption, the government doubled dealers’ commission from Rs 675 to Rs 1,350 per kilolitre. The Centre has sanctioned 3,744 KL for the state. In the first phase, only rural PHH and AAY card holders will receive 3 litres each.
Tehsils-wise quota (litres)
Chh Sambhajinagar 24,000
Gangapur 16,200
Kannad 21,000
Khultabad 7,800
Paithan 21,000
Phulambri 9,000
Sillod 19,500
Soygaon 7,500
Vaijapur 18,000.
Total: 1. 44 lakh litres for 3.87 lakh card holders.
HPCL will oversee supply and distribution, said district supply officer Pravin Phulari.