MSMEs hit by curbs on dispensing diesel
MSMEs in India are struggling with a new government-imposed procurement ceiling of 200 litres of diesel per day. Industry associations argue this limit is insufficient for businesses that lack bulk storage infrastructure and rely on daily retail purchases for operations.
Why it matters
This policy creates operational bottlenecks for small-scale industries, potentially impacting manufacturing output and essential service delivery.
Micro, small and medium-scale Enterprises (MSMEs) that consume 200 to 600 litres of high-speed diesel (HSD) a day are affected by the recently imposed procurement ceilings.
The article presents the grievances of the industry association while acknowledging the government's regulatory context.
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