The days of receiving your domestic cooking gas cylinder through a simple doorstep hand-off are over. In a move to curb black marketing and ensure transparency, the Mahasamund district administration has officially implemented a strict OTP-based delivery system. If you don’t have the code, the delivery person is legally bound to take the cylinder back.Mandatory OTP Verification for All ConsumersTo streamline the Distribution of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) and protect consumer rights, gas agencies across the Mahasamund district have transitioned to the Delivery Authentication Code (DAC) system. Under these new guidelines, once a consumer books a cylinder, a unique 4-digit OTP is sent to their registered mobile number.The delivery personnel will now require this code to complete the transaction in their digital database. This move ensures that the cylinder reaches the rightful owner and prevents unauthorized diversions to the commercial market.What if Your Mobile Number is Not Updated?The Food Department has clarified that many consumers might face hurdles if their current mobile numbers are not linked with their gas connection (Ujjwala or General).Update Immediately: Consumers are advised to visit their respective gas agencies to update their KYC and mobile numbers.On-the-Spot Update: In some cases, delivery partners have been equipped to assist in updating the number at the doorstep, though it is safer to do it beforehand.Cracking Down on Black MarketingThe primary objective behind this strict enforcement is to eliminate the "leakage" of subsidized domestic cylinders into hotels, dhabas, and construction sites. By requiring an OTP verification, the system creates a digital paper trail that proves the cylinder was delivered to the domestic address registered in the books."This digital intervention is a shield for the common man. It ensures that the gas subsidy and the product reach the intended kitchen without any middleman interference."Quick Tips for Hassle-Free DeliveryTo ensure your kitchen fire keeps burning without interruption, follow these simple steps:Keep your phone charged and accessible during the expected delivery window.Check your SMS inbox as soon as you receive the "Out for Delivery" notification.Do not share the OTP until the delivery vehicle is at your doorstep with a sealed cylinder.Verify the seal and weight before providing the authentication code.
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