Government rubbishes lockdown rumours amid panic buying at petrol pumps over Iran war

Why it matters

He also informed that an additional 65 lakh metric tons of strategic oil reserves will be created in future.

Key takeaways

• He also said that India has shown "resilience in the face of global uncertainties" and will continue to act in the same way in the upcoming time.
• He also mentioned that the country's oil position is secure, as the central government created 53 lakh metric tons of oil reserves in the last 11 years.
• However, Puri affirmed that India's energy position is secure as the central government is leaving no stone unturned to keep the supply of energy and fuel intact.
• Under the leadership of Hon’ble PM @narendramodi Ji, all necessary steps are being taken to ensure uninterrupted availability of fuel, energy, and other critical supplies for our citizens.