Petrol filling stations in valley and adjoining areas, under the banner of the Manipur Petroleum Dealers Fraternity (MPDF), have threatened to close if the State government fails to heed their calls seriously within this week (December 22 to 28). In a statement issued, the MPDF said the decision was taken citing persistent threats, alleged extortion attempts, and inaction by the State authorities.
The Dealers Fraternity urged the State government to take decisive action within the coming week, from December 22 to December 28, 2025, failing which the protest will be intensified and the shutdown of petrol pumps will continue unless adequate protection, intervention, and a concrete resolution are ensured.
The Dealers Fraternity also said that no effective steps have been taken so far, forcing dealers to unanimously resolve to intensify their agitation by suspending operations until their concerns are addressed through a meaningful and amicable solution.
The MPDF further stated that petrol pump dealers function strictly as authorised agents of the government and are bound to sell petroleum products at fixed, government-approved rates, with no authority to alter prices.
The dealers said that compliance with unlawful demands allegedly exposes them to summons and punitive action by State authorities.
