Anurag Shukla

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[Chenthil @jcrajan00]

India kept fuel prices frozen for 14 months straight. Petrol, diesel, LPG — not a single revision despite crude whipsawing between $65 and $95.

Most countries cannot do this without blowing up their fiscal. India pulled it off because of one thing nobody talks about: refining capacity.

We are now the world's fourth-largest refiner. 254 MTPA capacity. Our refineries process crude 15-20% cheaper than global benchmarks because of scale and complexity. Reliance's Jamnagar alone does 1.4 million barrels a day — more than most OPEC countries produce.

In the 2008 oil shock, India had to issue Rs 1.4 lakh crore in oil bonds because we could not absorb the price spike. In 2026, with a bigger crisis in West Asia, we absorbed it without bonds, without subsidies blowing up, and without passing the cost to consumers.

The difference is 18 years of refining investment. We doubled capacity, upgraded to complex refineries that handle heavier crude, and diversified sourcing away from the Gulf.

Refining is not glamorous. Nobody tweets about it. But it is the reason your petrol bill did not go up this year.

[Sann @san_x_m]

Her name is Pratiksha Tondwalkar.

She was born in 1964 in Pune into a Scheduled Caste family.

When she was in Class 7, her father decided to pull her out of school and get her married. Her teacher begged him to let her continue. She even offered to pay for Pratiksha’s education herself. Her father refused.

She was married at 17. Her husband Sadashiv Kadu worked as a bookbinder at a Mumbai branch of the State Bank of India.

When she was 20, he died in a road accident. She was left with a two year old son and no education.

She walked into the same SBI branch to collect her late husband’s dues. She told the bank she needed any job they could give her.

They gave her a broom.

She swept floors. She dusted furniture. She cleaned restrooms. She earned Rs 65 a month.

She said in an interview whenever my son asked for a packet of biscuits I would get off the bus one stop early just to save the fare money to buy them for him.

After work, she enrolled in night college in Vikhroli. She completed Class 10 with first class marks. Then Class 12. Then a psychology degree. Bank colleagues helped her study whenever they could.

Her parents pressured her to remarry immediately. She refused until she had graduated.

She was promoted from sweeper to messenger to clerk.

She remarried in 1993. Her husband Pramod Tondwalkar encouraged her to take the banking officer exams. She cleared them.

She rose from trainee officer to Scale 4 to Chief General Manager.

In 2022, she became Assistant General Manager of the State Bank of India.

The same bank where she once cleaned restrooms for Rs 65 a month gave her its highest management honour 40 years later.

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[Indian Oil Corp Ltd @IndianOilcl]

Focused efforts are ensuring that fuel reaches those who need it the most. With scaled distribution of 5 kg FTL cylinders, access to clean cooking fuel for migrant workers remains strong and uninterrupted.

This is not just supply—it’s targeted support, delivered at speed and scale to keep every kitchen running.

#IndianOil #Indane #TheEnergyOfIndia #AlwaysOnDuty #NationFirst #StayCalmIndia
@HardeepSPuri @PetroleumMin @neerajmittalias @secretary_moPNG @ChairmanIOCL @sahneyas

[Neeraj Mittal IAS @neerajmittalias]

6000 PNG consumers surrendered their LPG till yesterday! A big thanks to them!!
Join this strong bold group of DoGood citizens who have come forward to give up LPG to help those to get LPG who don't have PNG.
Give up yours today at https://t.co/LHMlYYaNVy

#GiveItUp
@PMOIndia @HardeepSPuri @PetroleumMin

[ChairmanIOC @ChairmanIOCL]

We would like to assure all citizens that there is no shortage of petrol or diesel.
IndianOil outlets nationwide are well-stocked and functioning normally.
Unverified rumours can lead to unnecessary panic and supply disruptions.
Please avoid panic buying and trust only official sources.
Let us act responsibly and support seamless fuel availability for all.

#StayCalmIndia #TheEnergyOfIndia #IndianOil

@HardeepSPuri @PetroleumMin @neerajmittalias @Secretary_MoPNG @IndianOilcl @sahneyas

[IndianOil Kerala @IOCL_KERALA]

From household kitchens to hospital and canteen kitchens, we are committed to keeping every flame alive.
Feedback from our customer.
Please stay calm and do not panic.

[Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas #MoPNG @PetroleumMin]

In view of ongoing geopolitical developments in the Middle East, the Minister of Petroleum & Natural Gas reviewed the supply situation for crude oil, LPG, and other petroleum products with senior officials from the Ministry and PSUs.

We are continuously monitoring the evolving situation and all steps will be taken in order to ensure availability and affordability of major petroleum products in the country.

[Hardeep Singh Puri @HardeepSPuri]

Ujjwala Yojana in 2026 - Clean cooking at national scale.
10.55 Cr LPG connections delivered under PMUY, progressing towards 10.60 Cr.
~276 Cr LPG refills supplied so far.
FY 2024-25: 13.6 lakh refills delivered daily to Ujjwala households.
Across India: 55 lakh+ LPG cylinders delivered every day.
Clean cooking works because delivery works - under the leadership of PM Sh @narendramodi Ji.
#Ujjwala #EnergyForAll #CleanCooking #ViksitBharat

[Hardeep Singh Puri @HardeepSPuri]

A new era for aviation in Jammu & Kashmir.
Under the visionary leadership of PM Sh @narendramodi Ji, the Union Cabinet has approved major expansion of Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport at an estimated cost of ₹1,677 crore.

The new Civil Enclave project, spread over 73.18 acres, will feature a state-of-the-art terminal building spanning 71,500 sqm (including 20,659 sqm of existing structure), designed to serve 2,900 passengers during peak hours and an annual capacity of 10 million passengers per annum.
A multilevel car parking for 1000 cars is also a part of the project.
The project will significantly boost tourism and economic growth by improving connectivity to iconic attractions. It will boost direct and indirect employment opportunities for the youth, stimulate investment, and reinforce Srinagar’s position as a premier tourist and economic destination.
#CabinetDecisions

[Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas #MoPNG @PetroleumMin]

Warm birthday greetings to Shri Hardeep Singh Puri, Hon’ble Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas.

Best wishes for good health, happiness, and continued leadership in advancing India’s energy security, sustainability, and national progress.

@HardeepSPuri

[Indian Oil Corp Ltd @IndianOilcl]

#IndianOil delivered a strong Q3 performance in FY 2025–26, recording its highest ever 9-month product sales volume, refineries and pipelines throughput. IndianOil recorded positive growth (YoY) in sales volume of domestic petroleum, petrochemicals, gas and exports. The performance reflects sustained operational excellence and robust market fundamentals of IndianOil, under Project #SPRINT.

For details: https://t.co/MK5IwgVWtq

#TheEnergyofIndia #QuarterlyResults #Q3Results

@HardeepSPuri @PetroleumMin @neerajmittalias @secretary_moPNG @ChairmanIOCL @DirMktg_iocl @Dirpl_iocl @DirPBD_iocl @DirR_iocl @DirRnD_iocl @DirHR_iocl @DirF_iocl @sahneyas

[Indian Oil Corp Ltd @IndianOilcl]

Something exciting is coming up!
A global platform where the world’s energy leaders, innovators, and policymakers come together to define what’s next in the energy sector.
IndianOil is proud to be part of this dialogue, contributing insights, ideas, and a future-ready vision for India’s evolving energy landscape.
Stay tuned!

#IndianOil #TheEnergyForTomorrow
#IndiaEnergyWeek #IndiaEnergyWeek2026
@IndiaEnergyWeek @HardeepSPuri @PetroleumMin @ChairmanIOCL @DirR_iocl @Dirpl_iocl @DirPBD_iocl @DirMktg_iocl @DirHR_iocl @DirF_iocl @DirRnD_iocl @sahneyas

[Narendra Modi @narendramodi]

This state-of-the-art facility adds momentum to our efforts towards boosting energy security, thus becoming Aatmanirbhar in this sector.

@HardeepSPuri

[Hardeep Singh Puri @HardeepSPuri]

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Rules 2025 which have recently been notified will introduce a paradigm shift in India’s quest to strengthen and boost domestic production of hydrocarbons, and provide momentum to efforts towards achieving India’s energy security under the leadership of PM Sh @narendramodi Ji.

This article takes the example of Ashok Nagar in West Bengal to lucidly explain the positive impact of the Oilfields (Regulation & Development) Amendment Act 2025 and shows how it has paved the way for a better energy future.

✅ The new rules remove all ambiguity around what counts as the “value of the lease”.

✅ They put a time limit on approvals. Any application for a petroleum lease now has to be decided within 180 days.

✅ Instead of forcing companies to juggle multiple licences at different stages, a single petroleum lease now covers exploration, development, production, and even related activities like renewable energy projects.

Please read the full piece:
https://t.co/MYjmphvVey

@PMOIndia @PetroleumMin @PIB_India @ONGC_

[Global Biofuels Alliance (GBA) @we_gba]

🔴 Live from #COP30 at Brazil
IDG, Global Biofuels Alliance, inaugurated the 🌿Global Biofuels Alliance Pavilion in the Green Zone, exploring its immersive exhibits that spotlight innovation, collaboration, and sustainable biofuel solutions shaping a 🌎net-zero future.

Stay tuned for live updates from #COP30

To know more about Global Biofuels Alliance, visit https://t.co/uaUfBnxneg
#GlobalBiofuelsAlliance #Sustainability #GreenTransition #CleanEnergy @Cop30noBrasil

[Indian Oil Corp Ltd @IndianOilcl]

For 60 years, Indane has been more than just a fuel — it’s been a part of every family’s kitchen story.
Celebrated chef @SanjeevKapoor joins us in marking this milestone of trust, safety, and happiness.
Here’s to 60 years of Indane, and to many more decades of bringing joy to Indian homes.

#IndianOil #Indane60Years #FuelingNation #CookingWithCare

[IOCL_Delhi State Office @DelhiIocl]

At @IndianOilcl , transparency and customer trust are our highest priorities. When a concern about excess fuel dispensing was raised at M/s Tajindra Traders, Karnal, on 23.09.25 evening, IndianOil immediately took action. On 24.09.25, officials from IndianOil along with the Department of Legal Metrology of Govt of Haryana thoroughly inspected the outlet.

All Dispensing Units were found to be accurate, the seals were intact, and no malpractice of chip change etc was detected. An independent committee as well as the service engineer of GVR (OEM) dispensing units further confirmed the correctness of the systems.

To ensure the highest standards of fairness, all IndianOil Retail Outlets are fully automated, providing transparent, tamper-proof, real-time monitoring of every single transaction. There are strict Marketing Disciplinary Guidelines(MDG) which can lead to termination of any outlet of a dealer if any tampering is found in either fuel quality or quantity.

It is important to clarify that the “rated capacity” of vehicle fuel tanks, as stated in user manuals, is only indicative and not the full physical volume of the tank. As per the Legal Metrology Division, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Government of India, vehicle manufacturers routinely design fuel tanks with 15–20% additional capacity beyond the rated volume. This extra capacity is intentional and serves critical safety and environmental functions, including acting as a buffer for thermal expansion to prevent leakage due to temperature variations, maintaining vapor space to reduce hydrocarbon emissions and ensure optimal engine performance, and preventing spills when vehicles are parked on uneven surfaces. During joint committee inspections, all preliminary checks have indicated no evidence of tampering.

An official circular dated 06 March 2023 from the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Government of India (copy attached), explicitly acknowledges this design practice and advises automobile manufacturers to declare conservative fuel capacities in manuals to prevent overfilling hazards, not to reflect the actual physical volume of the tank. In light of this, the dispensing of 76 liters into a tank rated at 70 liters does not constitute malpractice or meter fraud, by itself.

At IndianOil, every customer issue is treated with fairness, facts, and integrity. The customer in this particular incident, however, left the outlet without paying the fuel charges. We are also ready to extend our support to have the concerned vehicle inspected in coordination with OEM BMW Ltd to determine its exact tankage capacity and reassure the customer.

Efforts by certain social media platforms to create frenzy, confusion and fear in the minds of the consumers and spreading gross generalisations without verifying basic facts are mischievous, misleading and deeply unfortunate.

Your trust fuels us, and we remain committed to ensuring accuracy, fairness, and transparency in every transaction.

#IndianOil #CustomerFirst #EnergyOfIndia

@IPSinghSp
@IndiaNewGen

[Indian Oil Corp Ltd @IndianOilcl]

On 1st Sept 1964, two companies came together to create #IndianOil — the nation’s new energy giant. For 66 years, we have ignited India’s journey as the #EnergyOfIndia, fuelling progress across every corner of the nation.

That spirit of service and innovation continues to spark India's growth story, carrying forward a legacy built on #NationFirst

#IndianOilDay #PehleIndianPhirOil

@HardeepSPuri @PetroleumMin @ChairmanIOCL @the_hindu @DirHR_iocl @DirRnD_iocl @DirF_iocl @DirMktg_iocl @DirR_iocl @Dirpl_iocl @DirPBD_iocl @sahneyas

[Anurag Shukla @ragshukla]

Saluting the spirit of freedom on 79th Independence Day...
#IndependenceDay #HarGharTiranga2025

[ChairmanIOC @ChairmanIOCL]

At the icy heights of Drass, where courage carved history, I paid #homage at the Kargil War Memorial, a sacred ground that honours the valour and sacrifice of our Armed Forces.

On this #IndependenceDay, standing amidst these echoes of bravery, I was reminded to cherish the freedom of the nation and to uphold the ideals they defended.

Happy Independence Day!

#NationFirst #KargilWarMemorial #HonouringValour

@HardeepSPuri @TheSureshGopi @PetroleumMin @sahneyas