The Kohima District Monitoring Committee for regulation and monitoring of LPG and other petroleum products, and for prevention of hoarding, black-marketing, and overpricing, conducted inspection of LPG distribution agencies and outlets across Kohima District on 28th March 2026.
The inspection team comprised officials from the District Administration, Kohima Police, Food & Civil Supplies Department, Kohima Municipal Council, and Legal Metrology.
During the inspection, it was observed that all LPG distribution agencies are strictly adhering to the latest guidelines issued by the Food & Civil Supplies Department. No instances of hoarding, black-marketing, or overpricing were detected at any of the distribution outlets. The supply of LPG in the district is reported to be normal and adequate.
In this regard, the Deputy Commissioner, Kohima, B Henok Buchem, NCS has appealed to the general public to remain calm and not be influenced by any unverified or misleading information. The public is further requested to refrain from spreading such information. Any instances of malpractice by distributors or hoarding of LPG by individuals may be reported to the nearest Police Station or the District Administration for necessary action.

(DPRO Kohima)