Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL) has officially refuted circulating rumors posted on social media platforms alleging a partial shutdown due to feedstock shortages from the Middle East. MRPL categorically denied these claims, confirming that the company is operating normally. The refinery has secured adequate quantities of crude oil to sustain ongoing operations, ensuring no disruption to its 300,000 b/day capacity.
Official Statement on Operational Rumors
Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL) issued a clarification on March 07, 2026, addressing reports circulating on Twitter/X.com via the handle @OilandEnergy. These reports suggested that the 300,000 b/day Mangalore refinery had begun shutting down sections due to alleged feedstock shortages, specifically citing Middle Eastern oil remaining stuck in the Gulf.
Denial and Confirmation of Capacity
MRPL has issued an unequivocal denial of the rumor, labeling the information as factually incorrect. The company explicitly confirmed that its refinery operations are operating normal. Furthermore, MRPL stated that management has successfully “lined-up adequate quantities of crude oil to sustain operations,” thereby negating any concern regarding feedstock availability or impending shutdowns.
Compliance Filing Details
This verification and denial were formally communicated to the stock exchanges (BSE and NSE) under the relevant compliance frameworks. The document was digitally signed by Premachandra Rao G Gurpur, Company Secretary, on the date of the announcement.
Source: BSE
