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Gas Black Market: Hoarders Face Jail as Govt Cracks Down Amid Cylinder Shortage

Gas Black Market: Hoarders Face Jail as Govt Cracks Down Amid Cylinder Shortage

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News18•11-03-2026, 21:59

Gas Black Market: Hoarders Face Jail as Govt Cracks Down Amid Cylinder Shortage

•Strict action initiated against black marketing of gas cylinders due to shortage caused by war, impacting commercial and domestic supply.
•Commercial cylinder prices have doubled from ₹1800-₹2000 to ₹3500-₹4000; domestic cylinders from ₹900-₹1100 to ₹1800-₹2000.
•Food and Civil Supplies Department launched a statewide inspection campaign, including checks in Nagpur, to curb illegal stocking.
•Administration warns of direct FIRs against black marketers under the Essential Commodities Act.
•Hotel owners and citizens are distressed by the shortage and price hike, with some hotels considering closing kitchens.

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