New Kerosene rules: PDS fuel for households via petrol pumps | Details

The Ministry of Petroleum has relaxed safety and licensing norms to expand kerosene distribution. Amid the West Asia crisis, select petrol pumps in kerosene-free states can now sell PDS superior kerosene oil (SKO) for household cooking and lighting.

New Delhi: In a huge sigh of relief, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has relaxed petroleum safety and licensing norms to ensure mass distribution of kerosene. Amid the West Asia crisis, which has led to disruptions in oil and gas supplies, the Gazette notification issued by the government on March 29, allows the sale of kerosene through select petrol pumps for a limited period.

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