Govt deploys advanced tech to monitor fuel stations nationwide: Parliamentary Report
The government has implemented an advanced monitoring system for retail fuel outlets nationwide, leveraging technologies like OTP-based calibration and digital payment systems. This initiative, developed under the Legal Metrology Act, aims to enhance regulatory oversight, protect consumer interests, and ensure a fair marketplace by conducting real-time data analytics and precision in fuel dispensing.
The monitoring framework integrates advanced technologies including OTP-based calibration, magnetic self-destructive pulsers, and digital payment systems, enabling real-time data analytics across the country's fuel distribution network.
The action taken report by the standing committee on consumer affairs, food and public distribution revealed that the monitoring system has been expanded nationwide, with special emphasis on high-risk areas.
The regulatory mechanism, developed under the Legal Metrology Act, 2009 and Legal Metrology (General) Rules, 2011, provides a robust oversight framework.
"By adhering to the provisions of the Act and leveraging modern monitoring tools, the government aims to enhance regulatory oversight, protect consumer interests, and foster a fair and transparent marketplace across all retail outlets nationwide," the report said.
The monitoring is conducted jointly by Legal Metrology departments and Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) at both state and central government levels.
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Regular assessments will track milestones, identify challenges, and implement corrective measures.
The technologies deployed include advanced digital tracking mechanisms that ensure precision in fuel dispensing, data integrity, and real-time monitoring of transactions across retail fuel stations.
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