In a shocking incident reported from Cooch Behar, West Bengal, a government school teacher was caught hoarding 25 LPG cylinders at his residence. The discovery comes at a time when the nation is grappling with a severe LPG shortage due to geopolitical tensions in West Asia. The recovery of such a large stash from a residential house has sparked outrage among local citizens struggling for single refills.

The Raid Details: Acting on a tip-off, a joint team from the police and the Food & Supplies Department conducted a surprise raid at the teacher’s house on Wednesday afternoon. During the search, officers found 18 domestic and 7 commercial cylinders hidden under the staircase and in a storage room. When questioned about the origin of these cylinders, the teacher claimed they were meant for “friends and family,” but he failed to provide any valid documentation or receipts.

Legal Action: The authorities suspect that the teacher intended to sell these cylinders in the black market at inflated prices. He has been detained for further questioning, and the cylinders have been seized. Police are also investigating whether any local gas distributors were involved in providing this bulk supply illegally. Officials have warned that stringent action will be taken against anyone caught hoarding essential commodities during this crisis.