12,732 raids conducted across UP since Mar 12 to check black marketing of LPG cylinders, 16 held

To ensure smooth supply of petroleum products and LPG, the Uttar Pradesh government has conducted 12,732 inspections and raids across the state since March 12, an official statement said on Tuesday.

During this period, 16 people were arrested, 25 FIRs were registered against LPG distributors, 152 people involved in black marketing were booked and prosecution proceedings were initiated against 185 people, it said.

On March 12, the chief secretary instructed all district magistrates to maintain essential supplies and to immediately resolve any disruptions that may arise.

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