Jio-bp caps diesel at 50 litres per customer daily amid supply crunch
Mint·2h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Jio-bp has capped diesel sales at 50 litres per customer daily at its 2,000 petrol pumps across India due to supply disruptions from the West Asia conflict. The joint venture between Reliance Industries and bp imposed monthly fuel procurement quotas on pumps starting April 1st. The limit significantly impacts transporters and long-haul trucks that typically refuel 300-350 litres per transaction. Pump dealers report 30% diesel sales drops. Jio-bp denies mandatory dispensing limits.
Key Entities
Jio-bpReliance IndustriesbpWest Asia warStrait of HormuzState-run oil marketing companiesNayara EnergyShell