Shillong Sees Panic Buying After Union Threatens Fuel Supply Suspension

The North-East Petroleum Mazdoor Union (NEPMZ) on Friday threatened to halt the transportation of petrol, diesel, and LPG from Assam to Meghalaya. The union cited safety concerns for Assam-registered vehicles operating within Meghalaya as the primary reason for the threatened action. The announcement triggered panic buying at fuel pumps across Shillong, as residents rushed to stock up on fuel. The threatened suspension raises concerns about potential fuel shortages in Meghalaya, which depends on supplies transported from neighbouring Assam.
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