Digboi, Sept. 11 -- Illegal storage and transportation of domestic Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinders continue to thrive across Tinsukia district in Assam, with black-market operations openly running in Digboi, Pengaree, Bordumsa, and Philobari.

This widespread malpractice has triggered serious safety concerns and raised questions about the role of the Food and Civil Supplies Department, as well as the marketing, vigilance, and safety departments managed by Assam Oil Division (AOD).

Official records reveal that only six valid and authorised LPG distributors operate under the Margherita sub-division, with just one authorised distributor serving Digboi.

Ironically, countless illegal units continue to stock and sell LPG consignments ...