Fuel Stations Shut for a Day as Dealers Protest Oil Companies in Assam

In a significant development petrol pumps across Assam on Thursday went on 24-hours statewide strike to what they called ‘no-purchase, no-sale’ protest against alleged harassment and arbitrary actions by oil marketing companies (OMCs).

The shutdown, called by the North East India Petroleum Dealers’ Association (NEIPDA), will continue until 6 am on November 13. The association has also warned of an indefinite shutdown from November 23 if its grievances remain



unresolved.?

Dealers accused OMCs, including Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), of adopting high-handed practices, threatening fuel supply disruptions, and taking unilateral decisions without following due process or giving dealers an opportunity to present their side. 

Major grievances include threats to discontinue petrol and diesel supplies over alleged violations, cancellation of tank-truck consortium arrangements without prior notice, and pressure on dealers to purchase additional products, particularly lubricants.?