Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have announced an Ex-Gratia of five lakh rupees each for delivery boys and others working in LPG supply chain. The decision was taken by Indian Oil, Bharat Petroleum and Hindustan Petroleum.<br />'' <br />''This one-time special measure has been made in the unfortunate case of demise of personnel like show-room staff, godown-keepers, mechanics and delivery boys, attending duty in the LPG distributorship chain during COVID-19 pandemic.<br />'' <br />''LPG being an essential commodity has been exempted from the lock-down, and personnel are required to attend duty during this crisis period to maintain uninterrupted LPG cylinder supplies across the country to all customers.<br />'' <br />''Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has welcomed the initiative of the oil companies. In a tweet, he said, this gesture of goodwill is a recognition of the services rendered by our personnel in these trying times.<br />'' <br />''<span style="color: #222222;">Mr Pradhan said, well-being of workers is of paramount importance and this compassionate move will strengthen the safety nets of our workforce aiding India's fight against corona.</span><br />