Petrol Sale in Bottles Banned Starting Immediately

Balasore,21st July 2025: Starting tomorrow, petrol will not be sold in bottles. The decision was taken by the association in response to the Balasore incident. A meeting of the Petroleum Dealers’ Association was held yesterday regarding the issue. As per regulations, fuel can only be dispensed into vehicle tanks or official containers. Therefore, under no circumstances will fuel be sold in bottles. In extreme emergency situations, petrol may be given upon submission of an Aadhaar card. The association has decided to implement this rule immediately in Balasore district. This was confirmed by the President of the Petroleum Dealers’ Association.