The Goa government has reassured citizens that petrol and diesel supplies remain stable despite widespread panic buying triggered by misinformation. Long queues at fuel stations emerged after rumors of shortages circulated on social media, creating temporary supply pressure and crowd management challenges. Authorities clarified that oil terminals hold sufficient inventory and that distribution channels remain uninterrupted. The episode underscores how misinformation can disrupt otherwise stable supply chains, leading to artificial demand spikes and operational strain.
