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Petrol-Diesel News: A post is spreading like wildfire across social media platforms. This post claims that India has only a two-day supply of fuel remaining. Is there any truth to this claim?
Petrol-Diesel News: Amidst the crisis in the Middle East—where everyone is already concerned about rising petrol and diesel prices—a new report has surfaced. A post currently going viral on social media asserts that the country has only a two-day stock of petrol and diesel left. You can find out just how much truth lies behind this post right here.
What Does the Viral Post Say?
The post currently circulating on social media is emblazoned with the words "Breaking News." It further claims that India possesses only a two-day reserve of petrol. It alleges that a nationwide fuel shortage is occurring, leading to chaotic scenes and scuffles at petrol pumps across the country, resulting in injuries to several people. Additionally, the post states that the Ministry of Petroleum announced just yesterday that the nation has only a two-day fuel supply remaining, causing widespread panic and chaos throughout the country. NDTV is also cited as the source of this information.
A post circulating on social media claims that the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas has announced that India has only 2 days of fuel reserves left.#PIBFactCheck:
— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) May 17, 2026
❌ This claim is #Fake
✅ India has a stock of 60 days of crude oil with surplus refining capacity
✅ Citizens… pic.twitter.com/1G4zWSFNMK
Find Out the Truth from the PIB
It is important to note that when the Press Information Bureau (PIB) conducted a fact-check on this viral post, the truth was revealed. In reality, this is "fake news"—a completely false report. On its social media handles, the PIB stated: "This claim is false. The country possesses a 60-day reserve of crude oil, along with additional refining capacity. Citizens are advised not to panic and to rely solely on verified information issued by official government sources regarding the availability of fuel and gas."
What to Do If You Spot a Fake Post?
If you come across any such fake posts or images, it is crucial to take immediate action to help prevent the further spread of misinformation. On the social media platform (such as Facebook, X, Instagram, or WhatsApp) where the video appeared, immediately report it as 'Spam', 'Misleading', or 'Fake'. Additionally, you can file an online complaint by visiting the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal at cybercrime.gov.in.
