Kadapa MP calls for central intervention amid fuel crisis in Andhra Pradesh
Kadapa MP Y.S. Avinash Reddy has urged the central government to intervene in resolving a severe fuel crisis in Andhra Pradesh, citing that nearly 70% of fuel stations in the state are non-operational. He highlighted the disparity with neighboring states, where no shortages exist, during a meeting with the Secretary of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. Fuel rationing is currently in place, limiting diesel supply for cars and petrol for two-wheelers. The MP emphasized the need for immediate action to restore normal supply.
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Kadapa MP Y.S. Avinash Reddy on Tuesday (April 28, 2026) sought the intervention of the central government to deal with the ongoing fuel crisis in the State. The MP formally met Neeraj Mittal, Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas at New Delhi on Tuesday and drew his attention to the situation. He explained that nearly 70% of the 4,510 fuel stations had become non-operational after facing acute shortage.While there is no deficiency in the neighbouring States of Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Maharashtra, Mr. Reddy maintained that fuel was being rationed in Andhra Pradesh, with cars being allocated 10-15 litres of diesel and two-wheelers restricted to petrol worth ₹200.
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