MLA Mrinal Saikia urges Assam CM to exempt farmers from new fuel purchase restrictions
Khumtai MLA Mrinal Saikia has urged Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to exempt farmers from new restrictions on petrol and diesel purchases. He said uninterrupted fuel access is vital to keep tractors, pumps and other farm machinery running across Assam.
- Jun 15, 2026,
- Updated Jun 15, 2026, 4:03 PM IST
- Saikia flagged Central notifications restricting fuel supply in containers at depots
- He said farmers depend on fuel for tractors, tillers and pumps
- Many cultivators carry fuel separately during day-to-day agricultural operations
Khumtai MLA Mrinal Saikia has appealed to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to provide relief to farmers from recently introduced restrictions on the purchase of petrol and diesel.
In a post on X, Saikia expressed concern over notifications issued by the Central Government regarding fuel procurement, claiming that the new rules prohibit the supply of fuel in containers and other non-vehicle modes at fuel depots.
The MLA said the restrictions could create significant difficulties for farmers who rely on fuel for operating agricultural equipment such as tractors, power tillers, irrigation pumps, and other farm machinery.
According to Saikia, many farmers transport fuel separately for use in agricultural operations, and the new regulations may pose serious challenges during cultivation activities.
Tagging the Chief Minister and Assam Minister Pijush Hazarika in his social media appeal, Saikia urged the state government to seek exemptions or special provisions for the farming community.
He stated that ensuring uninterrupted access to fuel for agricultural purposes is essential to protect farmers' interests and prevent disruptions to farming activities across Assam.
