Fuel coupons worth ₹1,000, rain and chaos: Why a ‘petrol langar’ in Chandigarh left people fuming
An Amritsar-based social worker Rakesh Trehan had reportedly announced ‘petrol langar’ in Chandigarh on August 18, but heavy rains dampened the plans.
In the wake of soaring fuel costs, Chandigarh residents were greeted with an announcement of a "petrol langar" offering complimentary fuel coupons. However, the event was marred by an unexpected rainstorm that caused chaos and disappointment among attendees. The initiative, spearheaded by Rakesh Trehan, also known as Raja D King, was initially scheduled for August 18, but was postponed due to the weather.
Trehan, an Amritsar-based social worker, aimed to provide fuel coupons worth ₹500 for two-wheelers and three-wheelers, and ₹1,000 for four-wheeler owners. Despite his good intentions, the heavy downpour led to the postponement and subsequent rescheduling of the event to Friday. As the crowd gathered at the designated petrol station in Sector 10 on Tuesday evening, frustration mounted when organizers failed to distribute the promised fuel coupons.
The situation escalated into chaos, forcing authorities to shut down the filling station and disperse the unruly crowd. People expressed their anger, claiming they waited in the rain for hours only to leave empty-handed. Trehan, who has a history of charitable acts, including distributing food and currency notes, expressed regret over the mismanagement and pledged to continue the distribution for three days until Sunday.
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