India Invokes Essential Commodities Act to Secure Petroleum and Gas Supply
The Government of India activated the Essential Commodities Act, 1955 to stabilize domestic oil and gas availability amid the ongoing Middle East energy crisis.
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Essential Commodities Act, 1955: An Indian law allowing the government to regulate production, supply, and distribution of essential goods to prevent shortages and hoarding.
Energy crisis: A situation where fuel supply is disrupted or prices surge due to geopolitical or market instability, impacting energy availability.