Hyderabad: The Telangana gig and platform workers’ union (TGPWU) has raised concerns over alleged disruptions in the supply of compressed natural gas (CNG) and auto LPG, claiming that irregularities at filling stations are affecting drivers across multiple cities.In a statement, the union urged Telangana chief minister A Revanth Reddy and Union petroleum minister Hardeep Singh Puri to intervene immediately. Rumours of a sudden fuel shortfall have reportedly led to long queues, with several outlets running out of stock within hours.Union president Shaik Salauddin said auto-rickshaw drivers and app-based cab operators are among the worst affected, as many rely entirely on CNG for daily operations. Drivers are spending long hours waiting to refill vehicles, reducing their working time and income, which has placed financial strain on those dependent on daily earnings.‘Seek Centre’s support’The union also alleged that some supply chain operators and filling stations may be restricting fuel supply, creating artificial scarcity and enabling black marketing, despite official assurances of no overall shortage.It has called on the Centre to ensure uninterrupted fuel supply, take strict action against stockpiling or black marketing, and conduct surprise inspections at storage facilities and stations.Further, the union sought state and district level coordination committees with govt officials and worker representatives to monitor the situation and address complaints.
