Following a meeting with the Secretary, Petroleum, and representatives of Oil Marketing Companies on March 25, the Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, reassured the public that an assessment of petroleum and natural gas reserves has been conducted, confirming that more than 60 days of sufficient stock is currently available. He urged people not to pay heed to rumours or misinformation and discouraged panic buying.

Addressing concerns about black marketing and diversion, the Chief Secretary warned that strict action would be taken under the Essential Commodities Act against anyone found involved in such activities.

He also responded to concerns regarding the shortage of LPG. The Secretary, Petroleum, informed that as per existing norms, domestic consumers will receive LPG supplies within 25 days. For commercial establishments, the allocation has been increased from 20 percent to 40 percent, with efforts underway to raise it further to 50 percent.

The Chief Secretary further stated that a meeting will be held with all LPG distributors in Leh and Kargil to develop a proper mechanism for fair distribution among commercial establishments. He added that schools and hospitals will be treated under the domestic category instead of the commercial category.

Reiterating his appeal, the Chief Secretary urged the public to avoid panic buying, assuring that adequate stock of petroleum and natural gas is available across the Union Territory.