India LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: Highlights

Uttarakhand: Dehradun DM holds meeting to review availability and distribution of LPG

Dehradun District Magistrate Savin Bansal held a meeting at Rishiparna Auditorium in the Collectorate on Thursday to review the availability and distribution system of LPG gas in the district.
The meeting was attended by officials from oil companies and operators of gas agencies. During the meeting, the status of domestic and commercial gas supply in the district was reviewed, and necessary directions were issued to ensure a smooth distribution system.

The District Supply Officer has been directed to sit for one hour every day in the Disaster Control Room along with representatives of oil companies to review distribution and stock backlog information and resolve complaints related to LPG supply.

The District Magistrate instructed that, in accordance with the guidelines of the Government of India, first priority in LPG distribution should be given to domestic consumers so that the general public does not face any inconvenience. He also directed that home delivery of domestic LPG cylinders should be ensured through an OTP-based system to maintain transparency and effectively control irregularities.

"Normal day. Normal supply. Normal operations": Indian Oil highlights normal operations amidst global energy crisis

Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOCL) today shared a glimpse of its operational stability amidst a deepening international energy crisis. The state-run oil major took to social media on Friday to highlight the calm efficiency at its flagship outlets.

Providing a live snapshot from the ground, the corporation said on its X account, "Normal day. Normal supply. Normal operations. While the world faces its worst energy crisis in modern history -- this is what an IndianOil fuel station looks like today. COCO BKC, Mumbai Shot at 10 AM -- peak morning hours. No panic. No rush. Just business as usual. Global Crisis. India Delivers."

By showcasing "normal day. Normal supply. Normal operations," IndianOil aims to reassure the public that the country's fuel security is well-managed and robust.

The visual evidence of a steady, orderly flow of vehicles at one of Mumbai's most critical junctions showcase strategic planning behind India's energy infrastructure.

IndianOil assures adequate availability of petrol, diesel in Tamil Nadu

Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. (IndianOil) on Thursday assured the public that adequate stocks of Petrol and Diesel are available across Tamil Nadu, and supplies to retail outlets are continuing smoothly.

All IndianOil Petroleum Terminals and Supply Points are well stocked with Petrol and Diesel to meet any demand of our esteemed customers in Tamil Nadu.

In certain locations, an unusual surge in fuel purchases was noticed due to panic buying, which temporarily affected supplies at a few retail outlets.

IndianOil has clarified that there is no shortage of fuel, and such instances are only the result of a sudden increase in demand. Supplies to such outlets are being prioritised, and the inventory position of petrol pumps is being closely monitored to ensure normal availability.

IndianOil appealed to the public not to indulge in panic buying or unnecessary stocking of fuel, as adequate supplies of Petrol and Diesel are available and the supply chain is functioning normally.

It further appeals to the public to strictly avoid unsafe practices such as storing petrol in plastic cans, bottles or other unapproved containers for future use, as this poses serious safety risks.

IndianOil remains committed to ensuring seamless fuel availability and safety of customers, and once again assures continuous and uninterrupted supply of Petrol and Diesel across Tamil

No shortage of LPG cylinders, supply continuing smoothly: All India LPG Distributors Federation

Executive President, All India LPG Distributors Federation PN Seth, on Tuesday, said there is no shortage of LPG cylinders and the supply of both commercial and domestic cylinders is continuing as usual.

Speaking to ANI, Seth said that the domestic sector remains the top priority in terms of supply and distribution.

"There is no shortage, and the supply of commercial and domestic cylinders is going as it used to before. The domestic sector is the top priority. We are meeting with distributors and all stakeholders," he said.

Seth further added that discussions are being held with distributors and other stakeholders to ensure smooth supply and address any concerns related to LPG distribution.

On the LPG supply situation, Chandra Prakash, President, All India LPG Distributors Federation, said, "The govt, oil companies, and the distributors are focused on the supply of domestic cylinders. After which, essential commercial services like hospitals will be prioritised. The supply to commercial establishments like restaurants has been temporarily halted."

Amid a shortage of commercial LPG cylinders due to the ongoing West Asia crisis, Karnataka Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao on Tuesday called on the central government to take preemptive steps and provide clarity on how supply will be maintained.

LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: 'No need to queue outside LPG distributors,' govt says avoid panic buying

The government on Friday held a joint inter-ministerial briefing for the third consecutive day to address panic over LPG supplies amid the raging war in West Asia and Iran's choking of the Strait of Hormuz, which has tightened global energy supplies.

The government said there was no need to queue outside LPG distributors and urged consumers to book cylinders online, citing data showing that online bookings rose to 83 per cent in March from 71 per cent in February.

Addressing the concerns over the supply squeeze of the LPG cylinders, both commercial and domestic, the central government assured the "uninterrupted supply to households," claiming that domestic LPG output was up 30 per cent compared to March 5.

The ministry, responsible for looking petroleum and natural gases, said LPG supplies are also being provided to hospitals and educational institutions.

"Uninterrupted supply to domestic households has been ensured. Similarly, LPG supplies are also being provided to hospitals and educational institutions. Domestic production of LPG has increased by 30 per cent as of today; compared to March 5, our refineries are currently producing 30 per cent more LPG," said Sujata Sharma, joint secretary in ministry for petroleum and natural gases, during a press brief. Read full story

'LPG carrier vessels have been accorded priority berthing at major ports': Govt

Rajesh Kumar Sinha, shipping ministry said, "LPG carrier vessels have been accorded priority berthing at major ports...Regarding the ongoing crisis and the prevailing situation in the Gulf region, unfortunately, as I mentioned yesterday, three casualties involving Indian seafarers have been reported. One seafarer remains missing."

"Additionally, four seafarers sustained minor injuries; however, all those who sustained injuries have been brought out and are currently receiving medical treatment. The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways continues to closely monitor the prevailing maritime situation in the Persian Gulf region, which remains continuously evolving," he added.

'No fuel dry situation has been reported': Govt

Addressing a press conference, Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary (Marketing & Oil Refinery), Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, GoI, said, "No fuel dry situation has been reported at around 1 lakh retail outlets. All petrol pumps have a sufficient amount of petrol."

'Matter of concern': Govt on LPG supply after closure of Strait of Hormuz, makes big appeal

Sujata Sharma, joint secretary, ministry of petroleum & natural gas, said, "As far as crude oil is concerned, we possess a refining capacity of 258 million metric tons. We are self-sufficient in the production of petrol and diesel; consequently, there is no need to import these fuels into India. All our refineries are currently operating at 100% capacity or higher. The refineries hold adequate inventories of crude oil, and furthermore, supplies are being consistently maintained. The supply of PNG (Piped Natural Gas) to domestic consumers and CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) is being ensured without any interruptions or cuts. Given this situation, there is absolutely no need for panic.

"Furthermore, regarding commercial consumers in our major urban cities and centers—many of whom are currently facing difficulties due to their reliance on LPG supplies—the Government of India is making every effort to address their concerns. We appeal to all such commercial consumers to contact their local CGD (City Gas Distribution) network provider or their designated dealer to obtain a PNG connection," she added.

A man died of a suspected heart attack while waiting in a long queue to obtain an LPG cylinder in Sehna village of Punjab’s Barnala district on Friday morning.

The deceased, identified as Bhushan Kumar, had reportedly joined the queue outside an LPG distribution outlet at around 5am. According to eyewitnesses, Kumar collapsed around 7.50am while standing in queue.

The incident occurred amid widespread panic buying of fuel and LPG cylinders across several parts of the country.

LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: Man dies in Punjab (Breaking)

(Reported by Yudhvir Rana/TNN)

A man died of a heart attack while waiting in a long queue for an LPG cylinder at Sehna village in Punjab’s Barnala district on Friday morning.

The deceased, identified as Bhushan Kumar, had reportedly joined the line around 5am. At about 7.50am, while standing at number 25 in a queue of nearly 125 people, he suffered a heart attack and collapsed. He died before he could receive the cylinder.

India LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live: Delhi Police cautions people against cyber fraud

(Reported by news agency PTI)

The Delhi Police on Friday warned residents against clicking on suspicious links or trusting calls from unknown numbers claiming to be from gas agencies, cautioning that cyber fraudsters may exploit the panic surrounding LPG availability to cheat people.

In a post on X, the police said rumours about a shortage of LPG cylinders were being used by cyber criminals to lure unsuspecting users through fraudulent links and phone calls.

The advisory was accompanied by a short awareness video that explains how scammers generate panic and persuade people to click on links related to gas booking or supply confirmation.

"Once users interact with such links, their personal or banking details may be compromised, leading to financial losses," a senior police officer said.

The officer added that rumours of LPG shortage are being used as bait by cyber fraudsters. Do not click on unknown links and report any suspicious activity immediately.

He further said that fraudsters may impersonate representatives of gas agencies and call residents, claiming that immediate verification or registration is required to secure a cylinder. Victims are then asked to click on links or download files sent through messaging platforms.

The police also specifically warned citizens not to open or download files with the ".apk" extension, which are Android application package files capable of installing malicious applications on mobile phones.

LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: Panjab University’s 28-year-old dhaba keeps kitchen running on wood-fired tandoor

Despite rising prices and a shortage of LPG cylinders, a nearly 28-year-old dhaba inside Panjab University continues to serve students without disruption. Using a traditional wood-fired tandoor, the dhaba prepares dal, roti and vegetables, proving that age-old cooking methods can still keep the kitchen running smoothly even without LPG. (Image Credit: Nitin Sharma/TNN)

LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: Long queues outside LPG distribution centres in West Bengal

(Reported by news agency PTI)

Long queues formed outside LPG distribution centres across West Bengal on Friday as fears grew over a possible shortage of cooking gas cylinders linked to the crisis in West Asia.

Residents carrying empty cylinders gathered outside several outlets across the state — from Kakdwip in the south to Siliguri in the north — saying they were unable to place refill bookings online.

A day earlier, the West Bengal government issued a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to strengthen coordination in monitoring LPG supply and distribution. It also announced a 24-hour control room at the state secretariat, Nabanna, to deal with supply-related complaints.

According to the SOP, the move is intended to stabilise LPG availability and ensure swift redressal of public grievances amid concerns about potential disruptions in supply.

The government has also set up a state-level LPG crisis monitoring committee that will regularly assess the supply situation and offer policy guidance to maintain availability.

Meanwhile, several roadside eateries in Kolkata’s commercial areas and nearby Salt Lake have reportedly closed due to a shortage of cylinders. Those still operating have reduced their menus and raised prices.

Transport services have also been affected. Some autorickshaws that run on LPG were not operating in parts of Kolkata and neighbouring districts due to what drivers described as “irregular supply” at filling stations. Commuters on certain routes said fares had increased by 10% to 25%.

LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: Rahul Gandhi spreading misinformation on energy issue, says Giriraj Singh

(Reported by news agency PTI)

Union minister Giriraj Singh on Friday accused Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi of spreading confusion and misinformation about LPG availability in the country.

Gandhi behaved in a similar manner during COVID-19 and the country tackled the pandemic efficiently under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the textiles minister told reporters in the Parliament House complex.

On Thursday, Gandhi alleged that India's energy security had been "compromised" due to a "flawed" foreign policy and that the government had "bartered" to the US the right to determine relationships with different oil suppliers.

Raising the issue in the Lok Sabha, Gandhi said the war between the US and Israel, and Iran is going to have far-reaching consequences.

Criticising Gandhi, Giriraj said, "Abusing the country is the only thing Gandhi knows. When Covid hit the country, he spread confusion and misinformation across the nation."

"Sometimes he questioned why vaccines were not being given to children. At other times, he made different claims. He only spread confusion," the textiles minister told reporters in the Parliament House complex.

However, the prime minister served the people of the country through the vaccination programme and as part of his foreign policy, supplied vaccines to many countries, reflecting India's philosophy of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' (The world is one family), he said.

Now, Giriraj claimed, Gandhi is spreading confusion and misinformation about LPG availability in the country.

The Begusarai MP said the Congress leader does not deserve to be the leader of opposition.

"Rahul Gandhi's role has been reduced to behaving like an urban Naxal, with no seriousness at all. He does not even understand what it means to be the leader of opposition," the minister said.

"He still believes he is a crown prince. It is unfortunate that the Congress has become a slave to the fake Gandhi family," he added.

The situation for restaurant owners is getting tougher by the day with the majority—around 60%—all set to pull down shutters till their daily commercial LPG supply is restored. The others will remain operational but with their menu curtailed and a majority of items unavailable.

Sandeep Sharma of Pancham Puriwala at Borabazar opposite the CST terminus said they have already scaled their menu down by 70% and curtailed the timings.He said the hotel plans to get an induction stove to continue to serve customers on a limited basis.

Krishna Purohit of ShreeThaker Bhojanalay in Kalbadevi said the hotel has already stopped serving dishes such as halwa, daal baati, undhiyu and puris as they consumed a large proportion of gas. "Our situation is like every other restaurant in the city," he added. However, Nissar Sardar of Sardaar Pav Bhaaji in Tardeo said since their hotel still had coal supply and coal-based chulhas, they have faced no issues so far.

LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: LPG shortage sparks criticism from Congress MP Karti Chidambaram

Congress MP Karti Chidambaram on Friday questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s claim that concerns over LPG supply are unwarranted, amid speculation that cylinder availability has been affected due to the ongoing West Asia crisis.

"If the Prime Minister believes that the panic is unwarranted, he must ensure that there is a sufficient supply on the ground so that both the private and domestic sectors do not feel any pinch," Chidambaram said today.

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi also raised concerns, saying the ruling party should recognise the difficulties being faced by hotel owners and the public.

She criticised what she described as the government’s attempt to blame the opposition for the situation, stating, "Blaming the opposition for this situation is equivalent to running away from responsibility."

The remarks came during a protest staged by Congress workers outside the Indian National Congress headquarters in New Delhi, where demonstrators demanded the resignation of Union petroleum and natural gas minister Hardeep Singh Puri over the reported LPG cylinder shortage.

Protesters alleged that the Centre had failed to ensure adequate cooking gas supply and had misled the public about the severity of the crisis.

During the demonstration, party workers set up a makeshift chulha (traditional stove) and prepared tea to symbolise the difficulties households are facing amid the reported shortage. Protesters raised slogans against the government, claiming many families were struggling to obtain LPG cylinders and were being forced to return to traditional cooking methods.

A Congress leader, speaking to ANI, said the situation was the result of the central government’s flawed policies. "The cylinder has disappeared from the kitchen of every household. Due to the wrong policies of the country's Prime Minister, we are facing this gas shortage. People are standing in line for gas cylinders, and some are even fainting while waiting," the leader said.

India LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live: Darjeeling tea industry flags LPG supply disruption risk

Production of Darjeeling tea may face further decline due to a shortage of industrial LPG, the Darjeeling Tea Association has warned, highlighting the risk of supply disruptions to factories in the West Bengal district.

In a recent letter addressed to the deputy chairman of the Tea Board in Kolkata, the association referred to a communication from the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. Read more

India LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live: Country must unite, says Congress MP Shashi Tharoor

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor says, "According to the minister's statement yesterday, petrol, diesel, kerosene, all that the supplies are adequate. It seems LPG is a particular area where there is some shortage because, unfortunately, a lot of our cooking and especially in rural areas, has been switching from wood and coal to cylinder gas and if cylinders are not easy to get, that becomes a real challenge. The country must unite to ensure that these problems are overcome as quickly as possible."

India LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live: Long queues outside LPG distribution centres amid shortage fears

Long queues formed outside LPG distribution centres across West Bengal on Friday, as people grew concerned about a possible shortage of cooking gas cylinders due to the crisis in West Asia.

Residents stood with empty LPG cylinders at centres across the state – from Kakdwip in the south to Siliguri in the north – saying they were unable to make bookings online.

On Thursday, the West Bengal government issued a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to ensure coordinated monitoring of LPG supply and distribution. The government also announced the establishment of a round-the-clock control room at the state secretariat, ‘Nabanna,’ to address supply-related issues.

According to the SOP, the initiative aims to stabilise LPG availability and ensure prompt redressal of public complaints amid concerns over potential supply disruptions.

The state has also set up a state-level LPG crisis monitoring committee to regularly review the supply situation and provide policy guidance to maintain stability.

In Kolkata and neighbouring Salt Lake, many roadside eateries have reportedly shut down due to a shortage of LPG cylinders, while those that remain open are operating with a limited menu and higher prices.

A section of autorickshaws running on LPG were also off the roads in the city and surrounding districts, citing “irregular supply” at filling stations. On some routes, autorickshaw drivers were charging 10-25 per cent more than usual, commuters claimed.

LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: Woman standing in queue collapses at a gas agency in Gujarat

India LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: Panic buying cripples LPG booking system in Telangana

(Reported by news agency PTI)

A massive surge in panic buying has led to the collapse of LPG booking system at several distribution points across Telangana.
According to Telangana LPG Distributors Association president Kalluri Jagan Mohan Reddy, the sudden spike in orders has paralysed the distribution network, disrupting operations at many LPG distribution centres in the state.

He said the unexpected rush of consumers to book cylinders has strained the system, triggering both technical and operational difficulties at multiple locations on Thursday.

“There is no problem with respect to domestic cylinders. There is a regular supply also. But there is panic booking among the consumers, so pendency is increasing. Since there is a sudden surge in business by 50 per cent, there is a delay in supplying. It is because of panic buying,” Reddy told PTI.

Since the delivery of LPG cylinders is based on OTP system, which is an all India based network for authentication across the country, there is tremendous pressure at the distribution points.

There are 810 LPG distributors in Telangana with 1.30 crore consumers and about 60 lakh LPG domestic cylinders are supplied every month.

Reddy said 82 per cent of consumers are domestic, while the remaining 18 per cent belong to the commercial category.

“For the past three or four days, there has been almost no supply of commercial cylinders. Some people must have some old stock and may try to sell it at a premium price,” he said in response to a question about black marketing of LPG cylinders.

LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: Congress workers protest LPG shortage in Delhi

(Reported by news agency ANI)

Congress workers staged a protest outside the Indian National Congress headquarters in Delhi on Friday over the alleged shortage of LPG cylinders, demanding the resignation of Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri.
The demonstrators accused the Centre of failing to ensure an adequate supply of cooking gas and misleading the public about the situation.

During the protest, party workers set up a makeshift chulha (traditional stove) and prepared tea as a symbolic demonstration, raising slogans against the government and highlighting the difficulties faced by households due to the reported shortage.

Protesters claimed that many families across the country are struggling to obtain LPG cylinders and have been forced to revert to traditional cooking methods.

Speaking to ANI, a Congress leader alleged that the crisis was the result of flawed policies of the central government. "The cylinder has disappeared from the kitchen of every household. Due to the wrong policies of the country's Prime Minister, somehow we have been forced into this gas shortage. Today in the country, people are standing in line for gas cylinders, and some are even fainting there," the leader said.

The leader further claimed that the situation has affected several establishments, including public canteens. "The condition of the people is such that today even the canteen of the Delhi High Court is closed due to the shortage of gas, but in Parliament they claim there is no shortage," he said.

LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: Congress stages a protest over the reports of nationwide shortage of LPG gas cylinders (Video)

LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: UP Police busts illegal storage of domestic gas cylinders in Hapur (Breaking)

(Reported by news agency ANI)

Uttar Pradesh Police uncovered an illegal stockpile of domestic LPG cylinders in Hapur after conducting a raid at the accused’s residence on the night of March 11.

According to the FIR, officials seized a significant number of cylinders from the premises, including 18 filled Hindustan Petroleum (HP) Gas domestic cylinders and 14 empty ones.

During questioning, the accused allegedly admitted that he had been buying filled cylinders from different dealers and selling them to local residents for a profit of Rs 20–30 per cylinder. He reportedly told investigators that he had been running the operation for nearly a year.

Police said the activity violated the Liquefied Petroleum Gas (Regulation of Supply and Distribution) Order, 2000. Authorities added that it also amounted to a breach of the Essential Commodities Act, 1955, and was punishable under Sections 3 and 7 of the Act.

Following the raid, the accused was taken into custody. The FIR was registered under Section 173 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) on the basis of a written complaint submitted by Supply Inspector Preeti.

District Supply Officer Seema Baliyan said, "DM has formed teams in every tehsil, which are doing patrolling; action is being taken. Last night, around 9 pm, an incident came to light wherein an individual had kept 18 filled cylinders and 14 empty cylinders at his private residence. The department took immediate action, and all cylinders have been seized. Case has been registered."

She also says, "Domestic gas cylinders, petrol and diesel are available in Hapur in adequate quantity. People can do online registration and get cylinders from their gas agencies."

LPG Gas Cylinder Shortage: PM is not being given correct info on LPG shortage, alleges SP MP Ram Gopal Yadav

(Reported by news agency ANI)

Samajwadi Party MP Ram Gopal Yadav on Friday claimed that high-ranking officials are providing incorrect data to the Prime Minister regarding the availability of cooking gas, leading to a disconnect between government claims and the ground reality.

"...The Prime Minister is not being given correct information by the officials, as he is claiming that there is no shortage of LPG...They should see the reality on the ground, people are standing in long queues..." Yadav said.


Yesterday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing the gathering at the NXT conclave in Bharat Mandapam in the national capital, said, "First, to increase energy access in the country, we build infrastructure. Second, we do not have to rely solely on foreign sources for energy. For this, we emphasised self-reliance in the energy sector."


"There's a lot of discussion these days about LPG. Some people are trying to create panic and pursue their own agenda. I don't want to comment on them politically at this time. But I will definitely say that by doing so, they are exposing themselves to the public and causing significant harm to the entire country. No country is untouched by the impact of this global crisis caused by war. To a greater or lesser extent, everyone is affected by this crisis. India is also leaving no stone unturned to address this crisis. And we are making efforts at various levels.


Recently, I have discussed this with top leaders from several countries around the world. Continuous efforts are also underway to overcome the obstacles in the supply chain," the PM stated.

India LPG Crisis: LPG shortage forces around 40 per cent of restaurants in Kerala to shut down

(Reported by news agency PTI)


An LPG shortage is forcing around 40 per cent of restaurants in Kerala to shut down as many establishments are unable to switch to alternative cooking methods, industry representatives said. Apart from restaurants, caterers, hostels, canteens and crematoriums have also been affected by the LPG shortage following the conflict in West Asia.

G Jayapal, president of the Kerala Hotel and Restaurant Association (KHRA), told PTI that by Friday around 40 per cent of restaurants in the state would shut down.

“Till Thursday, around 20 per cent of restaurants had closed. The number will increase to 40 per cent by Friday as LPG stocks will run out soon,” he said.

Even though the central and state governments have suggested alternative cooking methods, the KHRA said that using firewood in hotels in urban areas is not feasible.

“As part of food safety standards, most restaurants in urban areas have adopted modern kitchen systems. They do not have arrangements for cooking with firewood or alternative fuels. Restaurants in urban areas are the worst hit by the crisis,” he said.

Jayapal alleged that some private LPG suppliers were charging almost double the price for cylinders and that the price of firewood had also increased in the last two days.

India LPG Shorage Live Updates: 'Government is lying', alleges Sanjay Raut

(Reported by news agency ANI)

MP Sanjay Raut accused the Centre of misleading the public over the availability of LPG cylinders, alleging that ground realities across several states contradict the government's claim that there is no shortage of cooking gas in the country.

Speaking to mediapersons here, Raut said, "The government is lying. PM Modi and Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri are saying that there is no shortage of LPG in the nation, but they should see the reality in Bihar, West Bengal, Maharashtra, UP, where people are lined up in queues to buy LPG. You might be getting LPG from Trump, Israel, but the common man, hotel owners are facing a lot of problems."

LPG News Live Updates: Cylinders not available even for Rs 4000, says a tiffin worker in Hyderabad

"We are using electric stoves. There is an LPG issue going on. We used to purchase cylinders at Rs 1800-1900. But now it is not available even for Rs 3000-4000. We are facing difficulties, so we have brought this electric stove. Even the electric stoves have become scarce now."

LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: 2 held for hoarding 398 LPG cylinders

(Reported by news agency PTI)

Two persons were arrested and detained under the Goondas Act in Madurai for allegedly hoarding 398 LPG cylinders for black marketing, marking the first time such stringent action has been taken in Tamil Nadu for cylinder hoarding, police said on Friday.

Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu Petroleum Dealers' Association urged people not to panic-buy petrol or diesel, stating that 14 terminals in Tamil Nadu have enough stock to replenish 7,000-plus retail outlets as per their demand.

The arrests in Madurai followed a tip-off received by the Civil Supplies Criminal Investigation Department (CS-CID) regarding the illegal diversion of subsidised domestic gas cylinders for commercial use.

Acting on the information, a special team conducted a raid at an open plot near the residence of Palani in the Kovilpappakudi area, where they seized 100 subsidised domestic cylinders and 109 commercial cylinders.

In a subsequent raid at the house of Madan Kumar, 27, in Anandam Nagar, officials recovered another 189 cylinders, including 63 domestic and 126 commercial units.

A senior official stated that both accused have been booked under the Essential Commodities Act and were subsequently detained under the Prevention of Black Marketing and Maintenance of Supplies of Essential Commodities Act, commonly known as the Goondas Act, by Madurai District Collector Praveen Kumar.

LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: No shortage of diesel, petrol, cooking gas in UP, says Yogi Adityanath

(Reported by news agency ANI)

Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath held a meeting with officials regarding the state's gas supply situation and assured that there was no shortage of diesel, petrol, and cooking gas in the state, urging people to avoid rumours.
The meeting reviewed the availability of gas cylinders and essential food items across the state.

Officials informed the Chief Minister that there was no shortage of gas in the state and that the supply system was operating smoothly.

The Chief Minister directed that the supply system be continuously monitored to ensure that the general public is not inconvenienced.

In a post on X, CM Yogi Adityanath said, "There is no shortage of diesel-petrol in Uttar Pradesh. Avoid rumours related to shortage of cooking gas."

"If any distributor agency or private individual is found involved in black marketing or hoarding, an FIR will be immediately registered against them, and the strictest action will be ensured," he said.

LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: Maha govt orders oil companies to immediately fix gas booking apps, prioritises LPG supply for public institutions

(Reported by news agency ANI)

The Maharashtra government on Friday directed oil companies to immediately repair technical glitches in LPG booking apps and missed call services to ensure residents can book their cylinders without any hassle.

The Maharashtra government stated that instructions have been issued to oil companies to immediately resolve the technical issues arising in gas booking apps and missed call services. Additionally, control rooms will be promptly set up at the state, department, district, and taluka levels, and a WhatsApp facility will also be provided for complaint redressal.

In view of the upcoming festive season, the Maharashtra government said, considering the upcoming religious festivals and celebrations, priority will be given to ensuring the uninterrupted supply of LPG cylinders to public institutions.

The state government has also given instructions to seek the assistance of local representatives and gram panchayat members to prevent panic among citizens regarding the supply of gas cylinders.

The government further stated that the responsibility of providing necessary police protection to vehicles transporting LPG, as well as to gas agencies, has been entrusted to the police administration.

India LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: LPG crisis fails to halt Golden Temple’s langar

(Reported by Yudhvir Rana/TNN)

The LPG shortage linked to the West Asia conflict has so far not affected the operations of the world’s largest community kitchen — the ‘Guru Ka Langar’ at the Golden Temple — which feeds nearly one lakh devotees every day. The shrine’s management, which uses around 25 LPG cylinders daily, is expecting a fresh supply of 100 cylinders on Friday and has also stocked more than 500 quintals of firewood as a backup in case of any disruption, a spokesperson said.

At the renowned shrine, authorities are closely monitoring the situation to ensure that langar services continue without interruption.

A senior functionary at the Golden Temple, Bhagwant Singh Dangar, said the kitchen consumes about 25 LPG cylinders and 1,200 units of piped gas every day to sustain its large-scale operations. In addition to serving langar to nearly one lakh devotees daily, the shrine also prepares 36 quintals of ‘karah parsad’ (the sacred pudding) each day.

A Flipkart spokesperson says induction cooktop sales have surged to 25 times the usual levels over the past two days. “The prevailing global condition has led to the induction of the cooktop from a ‘kitchen upgrade’ into a ‘survival necessity’ for many households. We are seeing an unprecedented surge in induction sales driven by a combination of soaring costs and physical supply shortages of LPG. Sales of induction are trending at 25X now over the last two days, as compared to the preceding 3-4 weeks, with some localised highdemand areas like Delhi, Kolkata, and UP having even higher spikes as consumers hedge against future price volatility.

India LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: A worker weighs firewood at a shop in Thammanam, Kochi, on Thursday. With the country facing a growing cooking gas shortage linked to the ongoing conflict in West Asia, many restaurants across the state have begun depending on firewood for their daily cooking needs.

India LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: Kolkata clubs chop & change menu, turn to electric cooking to combat gas crisis

Heritage and new-age social clubs, feeling the pinch of the commercial gas crisis, are taking a slew of measures to combat the situation, including curtailing the menu, switching some preparations to electric, and, in some cases, stopping the buffet.Calcutta Rowing Club secretary Chandan Roychowdhury said the two caterers that manage food at the club — Bijoli Grill and Tangerine — have both requested curtailing of the menu."Most of the fried items will be stopped," he said. Read more

India LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: SP MP Ram Gopal Yadav questions govt claims; says public facing long queues

SP MP Ram Gopal Yadav says, "The Prime Minister is not being given correct information by the officials, as he is claiming that there is no shortage of LPG, They should see the reality on the ground, people are standing in long queues."

India LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: Delhi Police set to provide security at gas agencies

Delhi Police have stepped up security arrangements at LPG distribution points and storage godowns across the city to prevent any untoward incident and contain panic among residents.

Deputy Commissioners of Police (DCPs) in all 15 districts have been asked to keep a close watch on any attempt to hoard or black-market LPG cylinders, petroleum products or other essential commodities in violation of notifications issued under the Essential Commodities Act.

Police officials have also been directed to prepare updated lists of LPG outlets, godowns and retail points in their respective jurisdictions. Regular mobile patrols and checks are being carried out to prevent overcrowding, illegal diversion of cylinders and any potential law and order issues.

Officials said local police will coordinate with LPG distributors, petroleum retailers and transporters to gather feedback on supply, identify pressure points and address safety concerns.

Meanwhile, the Special Branch has been tasked with increasing social media surveillance to track posts related to LPG or petroleum shortages. Authorities will flag misinformation or rumour-mongering and initiate necessary action against those responsible.

India LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live: Crunch fails to slow Golden Temple langar

The LPG crisis triggered by the West Asia conflict has not yet slowed down the world's largest community kitchen — the ‘Guru Ka Langar' at Golden Temple that serves nearly 1 lakh devotees every day. The shrine's management, which requires 25 LPG cylinders daily, is expecting a fresh delivery of 100 cylinders on Friday and has over 500 quintals of firewood in reserve in case of any contingency, said a spokesperson. Read more

India LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: Vada pav, samosa, bhajiya vanishing in Mumbai?

Mumbai’s street food scene is feeling the impact of the commercial LPG shortage, leaving many stalls struggling to operate. Popular snacks such as vada pav are now at risk, while everyday favourites like samosa and bhajiya — relied upon by rickshaw and taxi drivers, labourers and other working-class Mumbaikars — are increasingly disappearing from roadside stalls and eateries.

Some roadside vendors have turned to buying domestic cylinders in the black market, paying between Rs 1,300 and Rs 1,800. To avoid being caught, many reportedly conceal the cylinders under gunny bags.

At Lalbaug’s popular outlet Ladu Samrat, the availability of its much-loved vada pav has become uncertain, hinging on whether commercial LPG cylinders can be sourced. Owner Kamlakar Rakshe said, “Yesterday our outlet was closed. Today we got four cylinders, so we are open. I cannot say about tomorrow.”

LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live: LPG scarcity may disrupt ‘khichadi’ for children in midday meal

(Reported by SwatiShindeGoel/TNN)

Contractors running midday meal kitchens across the state have raised concerns that the ongoing LPG supply shortage could disrupt the preparation of meals for schoolchildren. Many kitchens currently have only limited gas stock, and operators warn that if supplies are not restored soon, cooking staples such as rice and dal khichadi served to students every day may be affected.

The midday meal programme is implemented through a combination of centralised kitchens, contractor-operated kitchen sheds and cooking facilities within school premises. Large centralised kitchens, in particular, depend on a steady LPG supply to prepare food in bulk. The scheme also relies on kitchen infrastructure in thousands of schools, including nearly 38,000 sanctioned kitchen sheds used for cooking and serving meals.

India LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: Students getting by on single meal as mess servings shrink

(Reported by Ardha Nair/TNN)

A food crisis triggered by the LPG shortage linked to the West Asia conflict has begun affecting hundreds of students studying at educational institutes across the city.

Kuldeep Ambekar, founder of the NGO Students Helping Hands, which arranges meals for underprivileged students, said around 150 of the 600 students supported by the organisation have been surviving on limited food since Wednesday as the mess where they eat does not have enough cylinders to cook full meals twice a day.

“They go without breakfast due to lack of money and the mess has cut down on meals and their quantity. Underprivileged students are now going hungry,” he said.

Tejashri Galande from Satara, a postgraduate student at Savitribai Phule Pune University who is preparing for competitive examinations, said her mess has scaled down meals. Earlier, it served chapatis, rice, lentils and vegetables, but it now provides only khichadi — a one-pot dish made of rice and lentils — twice a day.

“I don’t eat breakfast as I cannot afford to eat out. I don’t feel like eating the khichadi and pickle every day in the mess but there is no choice since there is a crisis. When we study late, we are hungry. We drink water. I gave up tea at night after the price went up to Rs 12 from Rs 8 due to the LPG shortage,” she added.

India LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: Breather for hoteliers as LPG supply may resume

Reported by Sanjay Murthy/TNN

Hoteliers in Bengaluru heaved a sigh of relief after oil companies assured them that the supply of commercial LPG would resume soon, easing concerns sparked by disruptions linked to the ongoing West Asia crisis.

The Bangalore Hotels’ Association said on Thursday that restaurants in the city would not shut down and that efforts were underway to restart operations at establishments that had temporarily closed due to the shortage.

Association president PC Rao said oil companies assured them of resuming supply as they expected two carriers to reach Indian shores in a couple of days.

The association convened an emergency meeting of hoteliers and resolved to keep eateries operational. On Wednesday, representatives of the body met Karnataka chief secretary Shalini Rajneesh and also spoke with senior central government officials and oil companies.

LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live: Low on cooking gas, trouble brews for Bengaluru’s craft beer industry

​Reported by Nithya Mandyam & Jahnavi TR

Bengaluru’s craft beer scene is facing pressure as the ongoing cooking gas shortage threatens to slow down production, with microbreweries raising concerns over potential losses. Many breweries rely on LPG to run boilers essential for brewing, and the disruption comes at a critical time during the peak summer season when beer demand is highest.

Depending on the size of the facility and daily output, a craft brewery typically needs between 5 and 15 LPG cylinders to maintain operations. With industrial cylinder sales limited by suppliers, some breweries are considering alternative fuels.

“We have enough stock of LPG to last until Sunday,” said Mukesh Tolani, co-founder of Toit Brewpub. “To avoid disruption in production, we are speaking to our vendor to see if we can shift from LPG to diesel,” he added.

India LPG Cylinder Shortage: Send food from home, Gurgaon schools tell parents as canteens shut down

Several Gurgaon schools that provide daily meals to students have informed parents to prepare home-packed food, as an acute shortage of commercial LPG cylinders threatens to shut down campus kitchens.

The disruption has left working parents scrambling for alternatives and raised concerns among children who rely on school meals. This comes despite government assurances that schools and hospitals should not face any curbs in supply.

School managements said commercial LPG deliveries had either been delayed or stopped altogether, making it impossible to run lunch and snack services. Officials noted that supplies to schools and hospitals were meant to continue, but the situation on the ground was very different.

A prominent city school wrote to parents on Thursday, warning that its caterer had only two days of LPG stock left and might not be able to continue meal services from Monday. The school stated that the caterer was unable to procure enough cylinders due to the shortage triggered by the ongoing West Asia conflict, and asked parents to make alternative arrangements for the coming week.

The impact is likely to be felt most by families who chose schools with meal facilities because both parents need to head to offices. Siddharth Malhotra, a parent, said the lack of time to prepare meals was one of the main reasons he enrolled his children in such a school.

“My wife and I are both working. So, it is convenient when the school provides meals. The children also tend to eat better with their classmates,” he said.

India LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live: Cylinder crisis likely to stabilise in 7-10 days, says minister KH Muniyappa

Food and civil supplies minister KH Muniyappa Thursday assured the legislative council that shortage of commercial LPG cylinders in the state will be resolved in 7-10 days. Muniyappa will hold a meeting with oil companies Friday morning to review the supply situation and then discuss the issue with hotel owners’ association. The minister said the govt is coordinating with Indian Oil Corporation and that Karnataka has adequate stocks for domestic consumption.

“Karnataka has at least 10 days of buffer stock for domestic cylinders. Further, on priority, we are prepared to supply commercial LPG to hospitals, hostels and schools. Households needn’t panic,” Muniyappa added.

He acknowledged that hotels, marriage halls and convention centres could face difficulties for a week as commercial LPG supply is being rationed. “But, with the Iranian govt allowing the passage of two ships carrying oil, even this concern shall be resolved in 10 days,” he said.