Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis warns against black-marketing of fuel; assures diesel supply for farmers

Key points

• Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday (May 23, 2026) said that while fuel is not readily available in the rural areas, he has instructed authorities to ensure an uninterrupted supply of diesel to farmers.
• Talking to reporters in Shirdi, Mr. Fadnavis issued a stern warning against black-marketing of fuel in the name of farmers, noting that some parts of the State had witnessed a sudden 20 to 30% spike in sales.
• The Chief Minister arrived in the city to participate in the inauguration function of a defence and aerospace complex.
• He said the district administrations have been instructed to ensure diesel availability for farmers amid reports of fuel shortages in rural areas.
• "Petrol and diesel are not available in rural areas right now.