Petrol Pump Scam: Customers Paying ₹100, Getting Only Half a Litre

In many parts of the country, petrol pump scams are becoming a serious concern for everyday vehicle owners. One common trick involves customers asking for petrol worth ₹100, but receiving only around half a litre instead of the actual quantity.

This fraud works in subtle ways. Petrol pump staff may:

Distract customers during fueling, resetting the machine before the nozzle delivers the full amount.

Manipulate the meter reading, showing ₹100 but dispensing less fuel.

Use faulty or tampered machines, calibrated to deliver short quantities.


The result is simple: customers lose money, and thousands of litres are siphoned off illegally every day. Over time, this not only cheats individual vehicle owners but also creates a massive financial scam.

What Customers Can Do:

1. Always check the zero reading on the machine before fueling.


2. Avoid being distracted by pump attendants during the transaction.


3. Cross-check the price per litre and the fuel dispensed.


4. Demand a printed receipt for proof.


5. Report suspicious activity to the oil company’s customer care or local authorities.



Petrol pump scams not only cheat consumers but also erode public trust. Authorities need to tighten inspections and take strict action against pumps involved in such practices.