Petroleum dealers are critical in India's energy sector: Hardeep Singh Puri
AIPDA is a national body responsible for representing petroleum retail outlet dealers.
Emphasizing the critical role of petroleum dealers in the energy sector, the Minister pointed out some concerns, including dealer commissions, operation costs, and other issues. The minister also stressed on 'consultation, not confrontation' and praised the steps of intra-state freight rationalisation. Minister Puri also highlighted the challenges faced over the past five years, including COVID-19 and the geopolitical shifts that disrupted India's energy sector.
The Minister presented the future roadmap for dealers to become energy entrepreneurs by encouraging collaboration with OMCs (Oil Marketing Companies) to smoothly implement the EV (Electric Vehicles) charging points, rooftop solar installations, and energy-efficient infrastructure.
Minister Puri stressed the adoption of a digital dispensing system, automated monitoring, and transparent auditing to build trust and authority among customers. Concluding his addresses, the minister advised retailers to look beyond retail margins and strengthen their role in India's energy sector.
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