Lucknow, March 11 -- The Uttar Pradesh government has gone on alert, taking the rumors and potential black marketing of gas, petrol, and diesel seriously.

Following Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's directive, teams from the administration and supply departments have become active across the state, officials here on Wednesday said.

Inspections are being conducted at petrol pumps, gas agencies, and warehouses in districts from Noida to Gorakhpur. Raids are being conducted at several locations to check stock and distribution systems to prevent hoarding or black marketing.

Clear instructions have been given to officials to ensure smooth supply of petrol, diesel, and cooking gas and to prevent any artificial crisis. Strict action has also bee...