No Shortage of Petroleum Products in Jhapa, says NOC
Summary
Jhapa officials have urged regular monitoring of fuel and cooking gas distribution to prevent any artificial shortage during the festive season. The Nepal Oil Corporation says there is no petroleum shortage in the district, even as demand for cooking gas remains well above normal.
Key Points
- Jhapa authorities have called for close monitoring of petroleum and cooking gas supplies ahead of the festive season.
- The Nepal Oil Corporation says there is no shortage of petroleum products in the district.
- Cooking gas demand in Jhapa is about 5,500 cylinders a day, while 7,600 cylinders are being supplied.
- Demand for cooking gas has been around 40 percent higher than normal over the past two months.
