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A file image of a worker lifting LPG cylinder. (Photo: PTI)

Nagaon, May 12: The district of Nagaon is currently experiencing a significant shortage of domestic LPG cylinders, causing distress among consumers who have not received their Delivery Authentication Code (DAC) numbers promptly, despite completing their registrations.

Local residents have reported that authorities have restricted the supply of LPG cylinders, attributing the situation to fuel and cooking gas shortages linked to the ongoing Iran-America conflict. This has severely affected households that depend on domestic cylinders.

Even after adhering to all guidelines set by the relevant authorities, many consumers claim they are not receiving their cylinders within the expected timeframe.

The primary issue appears to be the delay in generating DAC numbers. Gas agencies have indicated that they are unable to distribute cylinders because DAC numbers are not being produced within the designated period following registration.

The crisis is particularly severe in Nagaon. Although the Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has established deadlines for agencies to deliver cylinders, numerous consumers in Nagaon have yet to receive their DAC numbers even after waiting for 10 to 15 days post-registration. This has led to widespread anxiety among households.

Sources from the agencies have confirmed that despite having sufficient cylinder stock, they cannot distribute them to consumers due to the absence of issued DAC numbers.

This issue persists even for consumers who possess valid permits for two cylinders.

Additionally, reports of black market sales have emerged in Nagaon and several other districts within the state.

Consumers have alleged that a cylinder, which is officially priced at Rs 985, is being sold in the black market for prices ranging from Rs 1,500 to Rs 2,000.

Frustrated consumers are calling on the authorities to streamline the registration process and expedite the issuance of DAC numbers to restore regular supply.

Previously, in light of the West Asia crisis, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma had assured that there was no shortage of domestic LPG in the state, claiming that supplies had been secured from approximately 40 countries to guarantee uninterrupted availability.