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India’s petrol pump network exceeds 100,000, ranking third globally, with state firms dominating and rural access growing.
India’s petrol pump network has surpassed 100,000 stations, ranking third globally after the U.S. and China, according to Petroleum Planning & Analysis Cell data.
State-owned firms operate over 90% of the network, with Indian Oil leading.
Rural outlets now make up nearly 29% of total pumps, up from 22% in 2015, and many stations offer CNG and EV charging.
Private players account for 9.3% of pumps, up from 5.9% in 2015, but growth remains limited by government influence on fuel pricing and low per-pump sales.
Despite rising fuel demand, the pace of pump expansion has outstripped consumption, raising concerns about sustainability and overcapacity.
La red de bombas de gasolina de la India supera los 100.000, ocupando el tercer lugar a nivel mundial, con el dominio de las empresas estatales y el crecimiento del acceso rural.