Gurugram Fuel Rules: No Bottles, Drums, 200‑Litre Limit
Gurugram authorities enforce strict new fuel guidelines: petrol‑diesel cannot be sold in bottles or drums, and commercial vehicles face a 200‑litre cap. Drivers must refill in tanks.
Gurugram now bans petrol‑diesel sales in bottles, cans, or drums, imposing a 200‑liter cap on commercial refueling. Drivers must now only refuel directly into their vehicle tanks.
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Gurugram administration and the central government have introduced new fuel regulations that go into effect from Friday. The rules prohibit the sale of petrol‑diesel in bottles, cans, or drums at all petrol stations in the city. In addition, a limit of 200 litres per transaction has been imposed on sales to commercial vehicles.
Impact on Drivers and the Public
Under the new policy, motorists will no longer be able to purchase petrol or diesel in containers for roadside use. If a car, scooter, or bike runs out of fuel while travelling, the driver cannot obtain a bottle or can from a nearby station and will have to return empty‑handed.
Small Generator Owners Face a New Challenge
The decision also affects users of small and large generators that rely on diesel. Previously, riders could fill 50 or 100‑litre drums at petrol stations. The updated rules explicitly state that petrol pumps will not supply diesel in drums.
- Small traders, banquet halls, and community societies using generators will now struggle to obtain fuel.
- These users must seek alternative arrangements for their power needs.
Commercial Vehicle Refueling Restrictions
Commercial vehicles are now capped at 200 litres per fueling session. This measure is expected to inconvenience freight carriers, especially those transporting goods from Haryana to Rajasthan. Historically, truck drivers would fill a 700‑litre tank in Gurugram before heading to Rajasthan where fuel prices are significantly higher.
Legal Enforcement
According to the District Food Supply Controller, K.K. Goyal, the city’s petrol pumps are under close scrutiny. The government has warned that any pump found violating the new rules—such as secretly supplying fuel in bottles or drums—will face immediate legal and punitive action.
Key Takeaways
- Petrol‑diesel cannot be sold in bottles, cans, or drums.
- Commercial vehicles face a 200‑litre per transaction limit.
- Fuel must be poured directly into the vehicle’s tank.
- Violations will attract strict penalties.
These regulations aim to curb fuel smuggling and ensure proper distribution of petrol and diesel across Gurugram.
