Efforts underway to bring back stranded students from Iran
Srinagar: Fuel supplies across Kashmir remain stable with adequate stock for around two weeks, Divisional Commissioner Anshul Garg said on Monday, assuring that authorities are closely monitoring the situation to prevent any disruption amid prevailing concerns.
Speaking to reporters in Srinagar, Garg said the availability of domestic LPG, petrol and diesel is currently comfortable, with stocks ranging between 10 to 15 days. “At present, the stock level is around 14 days,” he said, adding that both the Centre and the J&K administration have ensured uniform supply across the Valley.
He said oil marketing companies are under constant monitoring by district-level committees to maintain uninterrupted LPG supply, while petrol, diesel, HSD and MS stocks are also being tracked at divisional and district levels.
Garg said control rooms have been activated to address complaints related to hoarding, black marketing and overpricing. “We urge people to rely only on official information and avoid panic or rumours,” he said, adding that daily reports are being compiled and reviewed to ensure smooth distribution.
On complaints of LPG delivery issues despite OTP generation, he said such cases are being handled individually by Deputy Commissioners and Food and Civil Supplies teams.
Responding to concerns over students from Jammu and Kashmir stranded in Iran, Garg said efforts are underway to facilitate their safe return. He said both the Government of India and the UT administration are coordinating closely, with helplines and control rooms set up to assist families.
“Authorities are in constant touch with parents and sharing updates. Coordination has improved and we expect the situation to be resolved soon,” he said, urging cooperation from students and families.
Div Com Garg also reviewed the implementation of the “Gyan Bharatam Mission” in Jammu and Kashmir, aimed at identifying and digitising ancient manuscripts. He said a three-day workshop is underway to train district-level teams for the initiative.
The mission, being implemented by the Department of Archaeology, Archives and Culture, seeks to document manuscripts preserved in households through a door-to-door exercise.
He said a dedicated mobile application has been developed to aid documentation, with teams led by Additional District Development Commissioners being trained for the task.
Div Com Kashmir further said the initiative aligns with the Centre’s vision to preserve India’s ancient knowledge systems and is being monitored closely for effective implementation.
