Cracking down on hoarding of cooking gas amidst the ongoing war in West Asia, authorities have seized 3,841 LPG cylinders and registered 97 FIRs in Chhattisgarh, said a government official on Saturday (March 28, 2026).

“It was informed in the meeting that raids were conducted at 335 locations across the state, with no confirmed cases of black marketing detected. However, acting on inputs regarding hoarding, authorities seized 3,841 LPG cylinders and registered 97 FIRs,” the official said, referring to a high-level review meeting chaired by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai in view of the circumstances unfolding in the war zone.

Mr. Sai chaired the meeting – attended by all Divisional Commissioners, Inspectors General of Police, District Collectors and Superintendents of Police across the state – via video conferencing from his Residence Office in Raipur.

The official said that a comprehensive review of the availability and supply of petroleum products, LPG cylinders, fertilisers and other essential commodities was undertaken during the meeting.

“At the meeting, Chief Minister issued detailed directives to ensure seamless public access,” the official added.

According to a government press release, the CM issued firm instructions for stringent action against any instances of hoarding or black marketing of essential commodities.

Regular monitoring of stock and supply at all petrol pumps and gas agencies was mandated. Officials were directed to work in a spirit of coordination to ensure uninterrupted services to citizens under all circumstances.

“Hei reassured that there is no shortage of petroleum products, LPG cylinders or fertilisers in the state, and appealed to citizens to refrain from heading rumours,” the statement added.