Rumors Spark Panic: Man Brings 500-Liter Tank for Petrol, Crowds Swarm Pumps

• A man in Basti arrived at a petrol pump with a 500-liter water tank to fill petrol, causing amusement and surprise.
• The incident highlights widespread panic buying due to rumors of petrol and diesel shortages in Basti and Chitrakoot.
• Basti ADM Pratipal Singh Chauhan assured the public there is no shortage and supply is normal at all 185 district pumps.
• Authorities have implemented the Essential Commodities Act and warned against hoarding or black marketing.
• In Chitrakoot, temporary supply disruptions at some pumps due to server issues fueled rumors, leading to long queues.