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Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Vehicles stalled in MP CM's convoy: FIR lodged, BPCL blames heavy rains for water-mixed fuel
An FIR was filed in Ratlam after Chief Minister Mohan Yadav's convoy faced issues due to adulterated fuel. The incident prompted the state government to investigate petrol pumps. Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited cited heavy rainfall as a cause. Inspections were conducted, and fuel samples were seized. Oil companies were instructed to inspect petrol pumps and ensure quality fuel. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads An FIR was lodged in Ratlam on Saturday in connection with the stalling of vehicles in Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav's convoy due to water-mixed fuel , an official move by the state government comes amid oil marketing firm Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited 's claim that "unusual heavy rainfall" caused water to enter fuel storage tanks at Shakti Fuel Point in per an official release, state Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Protection Minister Govind Singh Rajput, taking cognizance of the incident in Ratlam, directed senior officials to take necessary action by holding a meeting with oil state government has also given instructions to investigate all the petrol pumps so that quality petrol and diesel is made available to the around 10pm on June 26, all vehicles in CM Yadav's convoy stalled after filling fuel from the pump in question. The vehicles had to be pushed and parked on the side of the road and replacements called in, according to officials."In this case, an FIR has been lodged against the guilty pump operator under Section 377 of Essential Commodities Act 1955 as well as provisions of Motor Spirit and High Cost Diesel (Regulation of Supply and Distribution and Prevention of Malpractices) Order 2005," the statement issued during the day statement said that the pump was immediately inspected by the officials of the Food Department of Ratlam district and samples of petrol and diesel were sent to BPCL laboratory in Indore.A total of 5995 litres of petrol and 10657 litres of diesel available at the pump were seized and sealed, the statement added."Additional Chief Secretary Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Protection Rashmi Arun Shami held a meeting with officials of Indian Oil Corporation Limited Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited on June 27 in the context of this incident. BPCL was asked to submit a detailed investigation report," it a statement, the BPCL said preliminary inspections conducted by government officials, including the Food Inspector and Tehsildar, revealed water in the underground High-Speed Diesel (HSD) tank, while the petrol (MS) tank remained assessments indicate the water presence in the diesel tank was likely due to unusual heavy rainfall in the area during the day, the PSU said."The dealer had checked both petrol and diesel tanks earlier that morning as per the standard operating procedure and no water presence was found in both the tanks. The fuel station sold high-speed diesel (HSD) to consumers prior to the time of the incident without any issues," the BPCL statement company said the outlet was promptly closed at 11.45 pm on June 26 following the directives from local authorities, while fuel samples were collected and sent for testing, with results anticipated soon."As a precaution, all sales and supplies from the outlet have been stopped and the fuel station has been closed. A formal letter to the dealership has been issued. We are actively cooperating with authorities and are implementing all necessary corrective and preventive measures," BPCL the state government's release said oil companies have been instructed to inspect all petrol pumps as per the prescribed checklist in view of the current rainy inspection will find out if water is leaking into underground fuel storage tanks, and oil companies have been directed to take all action to mitigate such problems, Shami has also directed district magistrates to form teams comprising personnel from Food, Revenue, Weights and Measures departments and oil firms to carry out inspections of fuel pumps, the statement per the statement, instructions were also given to the oil companies to make arrangements for essential civic amenities at petrol pumps like free air, drinking water and separate toilets for men and vehicles that stalled had been requisitioned for the Regional Industry, Skill and Employment Conclave MP Rise 2025 being organised in Ratlam, officials said.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Madhya Pradesh: FIR filed after CM Mohan Yadav's convoy stalled by water-mixed fuel in Ratlam
An FIR was lodged in Ratlam on Saturday in connection with the stalling of vehicles in Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav's convoy due to water-mixed fuel, an official said. BPCL said the outlet was promptly closed at 11.45 pm on June 26 following the directives from local authorities, while fuel samples were collected and sent for testing, with results anticipated soon.(PTI) The move by the state government comes amid oil marketing firm Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited's claim that "unusual heavy rainfall" caused water to enter fuel storage tanks at Shakti Fuel Point in Dosigaon. As per an official release, state Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Protection Minister Govind Singh Rajput, taking cognizance of the incident in Ratlam, directed senior officials to take necessary action by holding a meeting with oil companies. The state government has also given instructions to investigate all the petrol pumps so that quality petrol and diesel is made available to the consumers. At around 10pm on June 26, all vehicles in CM Yadav's convoy stalled after filling fuel from the pump in question. The vehicles had to be pushed and parked on the side of the road and replacements called in, according to officials. "In this case, an FIR has been lodged against the guilty pump operator under Section 377 of Essential Commodities Act 1955 as well as provisions of Motor Spirit and High Cost Diesel (Regulation of Supply and Distribution and Prevention of Malpractices) Order 2005," the statement issued during the day said. The statement said that the pump was immediately inspected by the officials of the Food Department of Ratlam district and samples of petrol and diesel were sent to BPCL laboratory in Indore. A total of 5995 litres of petrol and 10657 litres of diesel available at the pump were seized and sealed, the statement added. "Additional Chief Secretary Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Protection Rashmi Arun Shami held a meeting with officials of Indian Oil Corporation Limited, Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited on June 27 in the context of this incident. BPCL was asked to submit a detailed investigation report," it said. In a statement, the BPCL said preliminary inspections conducted by government officials, including the Food Inspector and Tehsildar, revealed water in the underground High-Speed Diesel (HSD) tank, while the petrol (MS) tank remained unaffected. Initial assessments indicate the water presence in the diesel tank was likely due to unusual heavy rainfall in the area during the day, the PSU said. "The dealer had checked both petrol and diesel tanks earlier that morning as per the standard operating procedure and no water presence was found in both the tanks. The fuel station sold high-speed diesel (HSD) to consumers prior to the time of the incident without any issues," the BPCL statement said. The company said the outlet was promptly closed at 11.45 pm on June 26 following the directives from local authorities, while fuel samples were collected and sent for testing, with results anticipated soon. "As a precaution, all sales and supplies from the outlet have been stopped and the fuel station has been closed. A formal letter to the dealership has been issued. We are actively cooperating with authorities and are implementing all necessary corrective and preventive measures," BPCL said. Meanwhile, the state government's release said oil companies have been instructed to inspect all petrol pumps as per the prescribed checklist in view of the current rainy season. The inspection will find out if water is leaking into underground fuel storage tanks, and oil companies have been directed to take all action to mitigate such problems, Shami said. Shami has also directed district magistrates to form teams comprising personnel from Food, Revenue, Weights and Measures departments and oil firms to carry out inspections of fuel pumps, the statement said. As per the statement, instructions were also given to the oil companies to make arrangements for essential civic amenities at petrol pumps like free air, drinking water and separate toilets for men and women. The vehicles that stalled had been requisitioned for the Regional Industry, Skill and Employment Conclave MP Rise 2025 being organised in Ratlam, officials said.
The Print
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Print
Madhya Pradesh CM's convoy comes to a grinding halt after cars are refuelled with ‘water-mixed' diesel
According to officials, when the drivers switched on the ignition after refuelling, a few vehicles stopped at the petrol station itself, while a few others stopped over the next 500 metres. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav was on his way to Ratlam for an event on Friday. The vehicles in the convoy—mostly Toyota Innovas—stopped at Shakti Fueling station located near Dosigaon village on the Indore-Mhow road about 10 kilometers short of the Ratlam collectorate. These cars were carrying the chief minister's staff. Bhopal: There was major embarrassment for Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, when on Thursday night, 19 cars in his convoy suddenly came to a halt—because they had been re-fuelled with allegedly adulterated diesel. Private vehicles were quickly arranged for the officials who were in the cars that had broken down, while officials from the Food and Civil Supplies department were rushed to the spot to investigate the incident. A press note issued by the district administration stated, 'Due to the heavy rain in the district, water seeped into the diesel tank of the petrol pump. Subsequently the diesel filled in the vehicles had water in it, which led to the vehicles coming to an abrupt halt.' Officials inspected the density of the fuel at the pump. About 5,995 liters of petrol and 10,675 liters of diesel have been sealed. Authorities from Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) which has a depot at Ratlam rushed to the spot and took three samples of diesel from the petrol pump. The petrol pump has been sealed for now, reports of tests on the samples are still awaited. A case has also been registered under section 3 and 7 of the Essential Commodities Act 1955 against the owner of the petrol pump who has been identified as Shanti Bundela and her husband Hemraj Bundela. Both are residents of Indore. (Edited by Viny Mishra) Also read: With amassed assets worth Rs 500-700 cr, how 'corrupt' ex-RTO constable has sparked political row in MP
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Business Standard
19-05-2025
- Business Standard
Rajasthan's agriculture dept launches campaign against fake fertilisers
Suresh Kumar Ola, the state's agriculture commissioner, said that the quality control campaign will be run till July 10 Anil Sharma Jaipur Listen to This Article Rajasthan's agriculture department on May 15 launched a campaign against the sale of fake fertilisers, and hoarding of fertilisers and seeds during the kharif (monsoon crops) season. Suresh Kumar Ola, the state's agriculture commissioner, said that the quality control campaign will be run till July 10, under which department officials will inspect the establishments of fertiliser, seed, and pesticide manufacturers and sellers. 'If irregularities are found, actions like ban on sale, seizure, license suspension or cancellation will be taken under rules related to agricultural inputs, the Fertiliser (Control) Order 1985 and the Essential Commodities Act 1955,' he added. Ola further
The Hindu
29-04-2025
- The Hindu
59.55 quintals of rice being Illegally transported seized, vehicle also confiscated
The Kalaburagi district authorities have seized 59.55 quintals of rice meant for distribution among the poor under Anna Bhagya scheme. According to a statement from the Deputy Director of the Department of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, the seized rice is valued at approximately ₹2.02 lakh. Acting on a tip-off, officials intercepted a goods vehicle near Jevargi taluk and discovered that rice meant for distribution among Anna Bhagya beneficiaries was being unlawfully transported for resale. In addition to the rice, the vehicle used for transportation, estimated to be worth ₹5 lakh, was confiscated. A case has been registered at the Jevargi Police Station under the Essential Commodities Act 1955 against three people in connection with the incident. Officials emphasised that unauthorised procurement and resale of Public Distribution System (PDS) rice, intended for ration card holders, at higher prices is a serious offense. The seized rice was reportedly illegally stockpiled with the intent of selling it at inflated rates in the open market. The department has warned that strict legal action will be taken against those involved in such offenses. Citizens have been urged not to engage in illegal purchase, sale, storage or transport of rationed commodities. The department also appealed to the public to report any such activities either to the Food Department or to the local police. It promised that the identities of such informants will be kept strictly confidential.
