The Economic Times

Petrol-diesel panic in Odisha: Hundreds queue up outside fuel stations; bikes allegedly given fuel worth only Rs 200

Long queues formed at petrol pumps across Odisha due to rumours of a fuel shortage. Panic buying intensified after a price hike. Commuters faced hours of waiting in scorching heat. Boat operators and farmers also reported difficulties in procuring diesel. Oil companies stated there was no shortage, but some pumps temporarily ran dry. Traffic congestion was reported in major cities.