India LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: Highlights

LPG Crisis News Live Updates: Govt urges calm, steps up monitoring

The Centre on Tuesday reassured citizens that the supply of cooking gas remains uninterrupted and urged people to avoid panic bookings. At a press briefing, Sujata Sharma, joint secretary (Marketing & Oil Refinery) in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, said around 12,000 raids have been conducted in recent days as part of enforcement efforts, with approximately 15,000 cylinders seized. While acknowledging that the LPG situation remains a concern, she noted that domestic bookings have improved. The government is also considering expanding PNG pipeline infrastructure to strengthen supply. Officials said the movement of fuel shipments is being closely monitored, with two ships already having arrived carrying supplies. The government is also coordinating evacuation efforts for Indian nationals from Iran via Armenia.

LPG distributors seek GST rate cut on pipe hoses from 18% to 5%

The All India LPG Distributors Federation has appealed Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to reduce the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on LPG Suraksha Hoses (LPG pipes) from 18 per cent to 5 per cent. In the run up to the two-day GST Council meeting that started today, the Federation had written to the Union minister. In the letter, the Federation had stressed that the LPG Suraksha Hose is not a luxury product but a mandatory safety component essential for transporting gas safely from cylinders to stoves. "As LPG is already under essential commodities and distributed under subsidy schemes to millions of families, imposing such a high GST on a safety accessory is contradictory to the government's vision of "Ujjwala se Suraksha"," the letter read. Since August 2015, every household using LPG is required to replace these hoses periodically as per Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) and Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organization (PESO) guidelines. Currently, the 18 per cent GST rate makes these safety hoses costly for many families, especially economically weaker households, rural consumers, and beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY), they argued. According to the Federation's President Chandra Prakash, lowering the GST to 5 per cent would not reduce tax revenue instead, it could increase it, as more consumers would purchase authorized BIS-approved hoses rather than cheaper, unsafe alternatives from the open market.

No shortage of domestic LPG in Andhra Pradesh, says minister Nadendla Manohar

Civil supplies, food and consumer affairs minister Nadendla Manohar said there was no shortage of LPG cylinders for domestic use in the state and urged people not to panic or believe rumours circulating on social media. The minister warned that strict action would be taken against those indulging in black marketing or creating artificial scarcity of gas cylinders. Addressing the media on Monday, Manohar explained the details of the review meeting conducted by chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu on LPG supply in the state. He said the chief minister directed officials to ensure smooth delivery of gas cylinders to consumers at the ground level without any inconvenience.

India LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: Didn’t book gas for 9 months? Head to LPG office for KYC to get cylinder

Oil marketing companies tightened LPG booking norms as global energy disruptions triggered by the ongoing West Asia conflict continue to affect fuel supply chains in India. Under the revised instructions, LPG distributors in the state were asked not to accept refill bookings from customers who did not order a cylinder for more than nine months unless they completed the mandatory KYC verification. The move comes as authorities attempt to streamline distribution and prevent irregular usage while managing the demand-supply imbalance that emerged in recent weeks. According to distributor sources, customers whose LPG connections remained inactive for over nine months now have to visit the distributor’s office in person to complete KYC formalities before they are allowed to book a refill cylinder. Read more

India LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: Firewood prices triple amid rising demand as hotels switch from LPG

A sudden surge in demand for firewood led to a sharp rise in prices across Vijayawada, as hotels and catering units increasingly switched from LPG to traditional wood-fired stoves amid the ongoing gas shortage linked to the conflict involving Iran. Timber depots in the city reported that waste wood, which was earlier sold at around Rs 2 per kilogram, was now being sold for nearly Rs 6 per kilogram due to the sudden spike in demand. This waste wood, usually sourced from furniture manufacturing units, was previously used only in boilers or small hotel kitchens. However, with LPG cylinders becoming difficult to obtain, many eateries started relying heavily on firewood for cooking.

Breaking: After 'Shivalik', another LPG tanker, 'Nanda Devi' reaches Gujarat

After Shivalik, another LPG tanker, Nanda Devi, has reached Vadinar Port after passing through the Strait of Hormuz, carrying over 47,000 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas.

LPG Shortage in India: Students in PG hostels struggle as cooking gas scarcity disrupts meals

The LPG shortage triggered by the conflict involving Iran began affecting thousands of students and working professionals staying in PG hostels across the city. Many residents said the crisis disrupted their daily meals and increased their living expenses. Nearly 9,000 people staying in men’s and women’s PG hostels around the busy Vijaya Talkies locality depend on hostel kitchens for their breakfast, lunch and dinner. Most of them are aspirants preparing for competitive examinations or young professionals working in the city. Read more

LPG Shortage in India: Assam restaurant group seeks govt action

The All Assam Restaurant Association (AARA) has urged the Assam govt to immediately allocate a dedicated supply of commercial LPG cylinders to the hospitality sector, warning that restaurants and hotels across the state may face complete operational shutdown if the shortage continues. The association appealed to CM Himanta Biswa Sarma to intervene in what it described as an ‘escalating commercial LPG crisis’, affecting the restaurant industry in Assam. The members said restaurants across the state are currently struggling due to an abrupt halt in the supply of commercial LPG cylinders.

India LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: LPG curbs strike factory kitchens in Madhya Pradesh’s major industrial hubs

Industrial canteens across Madhya Pradesh's key manufacturing belts are cutting down on meals and menu items as restrictions on commercial LPG cylinders begin to hit daily operations in factory kitchens. The impact is being reported from major industrial hubs, including Pithampur and Sanwer Road near Indore, Mandideep near Bhopal, and the Dewas industrial area. The curbs follow supply disruptions linked to the ongoing Middle East conflict. To manage limited availability of LPG and natural gas, the govt has prioritised domestic household supplies over commercial use. As part of these measures, piped natural gas (PNG) supplies to industrial and commercial consumers have also been capped at 80 per cent of their average consumption over the past 6 months. Industrial units said catering contractors who run factory canteens are struggling to procure commercial LPG cylinders, forcing them to scale down cooking operations and simplify menus.

LPG Crisis in India: Coal prices surge in Indore as power demand, LPG shortage trigger market shift

The price of coal in Indore region witnessed a sharp spike, driven by a combination of global geopolitical tensions, increased electricity production, and local shortage of commercial LPG cylinders. Traders reported that rates for Indian coal jumped by 20–22% in just over two weeks. The shortage of commercial LPG has forced small eateries and dhabas on the city's outskirts and along highways to revert to traditional coal and wood-fired ovens. While coal is traditionally cheaper, many restaurants had moved to LPG to avoid smoke and ash. Now, facing empty gas cylinders, they are returning to coal-fired ‘bhattis' to stay operational.

Pani puri stalls vanish in Bhopal: LPG crunch leaves bitter taste in vendors, customers' mouths

The city's street food culture continues to be under severe strain as a shortage of commercial gas cylinders disrupts pani puri stalls and similar snack vendors. A familiar part of late-night eating and family outings, pani puri stalls have sharply declined across busy roads and market areas, with vendors estimating that nearly 40% business has been hit, with stalls either closing down or cutting losses. The shortage is linked to wider supply chain disruptions caused by the intensifying conflict involving Iran and the United States. In Bhopal, local distributors say reserves were exhausted within a short period, leaving small food vendors with little choice but to cut back operations or stop entirely. The impact is visible in major Bhopal markets such as Kolar, Jawahar Chowk, BHEL area and others where many carts are either closed or they are opening for few hours during peak evening hours. Vendors who once served steady crowds are struggling to secure enough fuel even for basic preparation. Read more

Biogas keeps the flame alive In MP villages as LPG shortage hits homes nationwide

In the middle of a nationwide LPG supply crunch, when every household in Madhya Pradesh like the entire country is facing a crisis of cooking gas and rationing their cooking, two villages in MP namely –Bandarkol village in Jabalpur district and Baghuwar village in the adjoining Narsinghpur district – feels no pinch and the kitchen stoves are up and running. The villagers have powered their kitchen stoves with biogas, instead of LPG cylinders. In Bandarkol, several households installed small biogas plants that converted cattle dung into cooking fuel. Residents said the system required only a few minutes of daily effort but kept stoves burning throughout the day. Read more

LPG Crisis in India: LPG situation ‘worrisome’, govt ups output by 36% in a fortnight

India’s domestic LPG production has been ramped up by 36% in a fortnight to meet demand for domestic cylinders, even as the overall availability of cooking gas remains “worrisome”, the petroleum ministry said on Monday.Sujata Sharma, joint secretary in the ministry of petroleum and natural gas, said consumers of both domestic and commercial LPG cylinders are being encouraged to switch to piped gas.She said city gas distribution companies have rolled out incentives to promote PNG connections, including free gas worth Rs 500 for domestic consumers by Indraprastha Gas in Delhi-NCR; waiver of the Rs 500 registration charge for domestic PNG connections and security deposits for commercial consumers by Mumbai-based Mahanagar Gas; and waiver of security deposits for all commercial connections by Bharat Petroleum.While India is relatively comfortable as far as availability of crude is concerned, officials accepted the squeeze on LPG supplies is palpable due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint that witnesses the transit of energy supplies to India from West Asian countries. India imports about 90% of its crude requirement, 50% of its natural gas, and 60% of its LPG needs. More than half of India’s crude imports, about 30% of gas and 85-90% of LPG imports come from West Asian countries through Hormuz.

The Shivalik carrying LPG which docked at Mundra port today will discharge 50% load here and the remaining at Mangalore Port

LPG Tanker 'Shivalik' arrives at Mundra Port through Hormuz amid regional tensions

The liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) carrier 'Shivalik' reached Mundra Port in Gujarat at around 5 p.m. on Sunday, carrying about 46,000 metric tonnes of LPG, after successfully navigating the Strait of Hormuz amid heightened tensions in West Asia.

The vessel, an Indian-flagged Very Large Gas Carrier operated by the Shipping Corporation of India and chartered to carry LPG for India’s domestic supply network, had earlier crossed the strategic maritime corridor connecting the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea.

Unloading operations were expected to begin soon after berthing so that the cargo could be supplied into the domestic LPG distribution system.

The arrival of the tanker follows a period of disruption in shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy corridors.

Around 20 per cent of global oil and gas shipments normally pass through the narrow waterway, making it central to international energy supply.

The region has faced heightened tensions since late February following military strikes by the United States and Israel on Iran and subsequent retaliation by Tehran, which warned vessels against transiting the strait and led to a sharp decline in tanker traffic.

LPG tanker Shivalik, which crossed the Strait of Hormuz, reaches Mundra Port

LPG shortage pushes Bhopal eateries back to coal-fired stoves

A shortage of commercial LPG cylinders has begun to bite into the city's food business, forcing hotels and roadside dhabas to fall back on what traders call "black gold" - coal briquettes - to keep their kitchens alive.With supplies erratic and delivery times stretching beyond a day, operators are reviving traditional stoves and tandoors, even though the Bhopal Municipal Corporation (BMC) has banned the use of polluting fuels under its clean-air rules.Coal traders say demand has spiked sharply in recent weeks. "Earlier, small orders were around 50 kilograms, but now they hover closer to 70. For bulk buyers purchasing in quintals, the increase is about 20%," explained Zakir, a seller in Shahjehanabad. He noted that delivery delays are now routine, with kitchens often waiting more than a day for supplies. Read more

Delhi Police registers cases against two for illegally refilling and hoarding LPG cylinders

Delhi Police registered two separate cases in the city for allegedly illegally refilling and hoarding LPG cylinders.In the first case, a 55-year-old man was booked in east Delhi's Gandhi Nagar, police said. The incident came to light on the night of March 13, when Head Constable Rohit of Gandhi Nagar police station was on beat patrolling.At around 10.30 pm, he reached a shop where he noticed a man transferring LPG gas from a domestic cylinder into smaller cylinders. Read more

LPG Crisis in India: LPG crisis hits workers in Patna, many turn to wood for cooking

Several workers living in the state capital, far from their native places, are facing the brunt of the LPG shortage. Many of them, who stay in rented accommodation with fellow workers, have begun relying on firewood and other makeshift fuels to cook their meals.In several localities, people engaged in construction work are using leftover wood from building sites as fuel.For workers who had moved to the city in search of better livelihoods, the shortage has made even basic daily routines difficult.Many said they were struggling to arrange cooking fuel despite spending hours trying to procure LPG cylinders. “We are facing a lot of difficulties due to the LPG shortage. We have to stand in long queues to get a cylinder, and even then, it is not guaranteed,” said Rohan Kumar, a worker from Gaya district.The situation has also triggered a rise in black market prices of LPG cylinders, putting additional financial pressure on daily wage earners. “We are being forced to buy cylinders at exorbitant prices. It is becoming unaffordable for us,” said Rajesh Yadav, another worker.

LPG Shortage in India: Spike in coal orders as eateries bring out Tandoors

LPG Crisis in India: AEPC urges Tamil Nadu govt to include apparel export industry in 20% commercial LPG cylinder allotment

Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC) has urged the Tamil Nadu govt to include the apparel export industry within the 20% commercial LPG cylinder allotment permitted during the current LPG shortage. In a representation addressed to state ministers R Sakkarapani and T R B Rajaa, AEPC chairman Dr A Sakthivel highlighted the urgent need to ensure uninterrupted LPG supply to the apparel export industry. He said the LPG shortage has severely impacted the manufacturing process in industries. LPG is a critical fuel used extensively in garment manufacturing, especially in processing segments such as dyeing, washing, compacting, and finishing units that form the backbone of the apparel export ecosystem. Many of these units fall under the MSME category and are already operating under significant cost pressures.

Commercial LPG shortage forces eateries to raise menu prices in Vijayawada

The shortage of commercial LPG cylinders has disrupted restaurant operations across the city, forcing hotels, eateries, and food stalls to raise menu tariffs to offset rising expenses. With regular supply remaining erratic, many establishments are compelled to procure cylinders from the black market at inflated rates, adding to their financial burden. Read more

LPG crisis in India: DMK allies hold stir across Tamil Nadu against Union govt

DMK and its allies sought to corner the BJP over LPG shortage, organising protests across the state on Sunday accusing Union govt of failing to ensure uninterrupted supply. Chief minister M K Stalin said the LPG shortage was due to the Union govt’s “failed foreign policy”. Leaders of the DMK front led the protests and accused Union govt for “supporting the war” which has led to deaths of scores of people in Iran. Read more

LPG Crisis in India: LPG shortage hits Bhopal’s street food vendors

Bhopal’s street food culture continues to be under severe strain as a shortage of commercial gas cylinders disrupts pani puri stalls and similar snack vendors. A familiar part of latenight eating and family outings, pani puri stalls have sharply declined across busy roads and market areas, with vendors estimating that nearly 40% business has been hit, with stalls either closing down or cutting losses. The shortage is linked to wider supply chain disruptions caused by the intensifying conflict involving Iran and the United States. In Bhopal, local distributors say reserves were exhausted within a short period, leaving small food vendors with little choice but to cut back operations or stop entirely.

Menus shrink, footfall drops: LPG crisis sees Bengaluru hotel business drop by 30%

Nearly a week after LPG shortage hit the food and beverages sector, hotels and restaurants across the city said their business has dropped by about 30%. With commercial LPG supply still inadequate, eateries have cut down menus, stopped serving items such as fried kebabs and snacks, and reduced operating hours. Meanwhile, paying guest accommodations, hostels, and apartment complexes have also issued advisories warning residents of simpler meals or possible food disruptions. According to Bengaluru Hotels' Association, on average, hotels and darshinis have suffered 25% to 30% losses. Subramanya Holla, president of the association, told TOI: "LPG shortage has badly hit our operations as we still continue with limited supply. But it makes me surprised and happy to see how our eateries have found alternatives to cook food and ensured that their kitchens keep running. Most of the big hotels and restaurants are using firewood to cook, and others are managing with limited stock.". Read more

India LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah urges Centre to address LPG shortage

Chief minister Siddaramaiah Sunday urged Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri to quickly take the steps he has promised to ensure there is no disruption in LPG supply. Speaking to reporters here, the CM said the state govt has written to the Centre urging it to explore alternatives such as importing gas from abroad to address the shortage. Siddaramaiah said the issue was also raised in the legislature and the govt is cognisant of the impact on people who depend on hotels for food. Responding to BJP’s criticism of alleged mismanagement, he said BJP leaders should ensure higher LPG supply instead of passing comments.

LPG crisis in India: 88 gas cylinders seized at Lucknow resort

A joint team of the food and civil supplies department carried out a raid at a resort on the outskirts of Lucknow on Saturday and seized 88 domestic LPG cylinders that were allegedly stored illegally, officials said.

Police registered a case against five individuals, including the owner and manager of a gas agency, under provisions of the Essential Commodities Act, 1955.

According to police, the resort owner, Surendra Kumar, is associated with the Samajwadi Party and had contested the 2022 assembly election from the Malihabad constituency on the party’s ticket.

Officials said the raid was conducted after the district supply officer (DSO), Lucknow, received a tip-off about domestic LPG cylinders being stored illegally and sold in the black market at a resort located on Mohan Road.

Acting on the information, a joint team led by the DSO reached the resort, where they spotted a vehicle marked with the name of Aseem Bharat Gas Agency in Alambagh.

During the inspection, the team recovered 65 empty domestic LPG cylinders of 14.2kg capacity, nine filled cylinders of the same capacity, and 14 empty cylinders of 6kg capacity.

Officials said the people present at the resort failed to produce any refill vouchers or documents authorising the storage or transportation of the cylinders.

LPG crisis in India: 'Some residents are booking cylinders even when they still have two kg to three kg of gas left in their existing cylinder'

Some residents are booking cylinders even when they still have two kg to three kg of gas left in their existing cylinder. But when delivery boys reach their homes, many customers either do not answer calls or request delivery on another day: Hyderabad-based gas dealer

22 LPG cylinders seized in Bareilly raid amid black marketing complaints

A total of 22 domestic LPG cylinders were seized by a joint team of Bareilly district administration and police during a raid at a distribution shop in Jafarpur village under Mirganj tehsil on Sunday, following complaints of black marketing amid an ongoing LPG supply shortage.Acting on a tip-off that domestic cylinders were being stored illegally and sold at prices higher than the govt-fixed rate, officials from the supply department, led by supply inspector Ravi Kumar Saxena, carried out the raid with Shishgarh police. Read more

LPG Crisis in India: Pune flyers start panic booking

(Reported by Joy Sengupta/TNN)

Airlines including Air India, IndiGo and Akasa Air have announced a fuel surcharge on both domestic and international flights, pushing up airfares across routes and prompting many travellers to rush into booking tickets early for future trips.

Kalyaninagar resident Nishant Pathak said he was surprised when he checked ticket prices for Delhi for next week. “Till two weeks ago, the one-way fare for one person was around Rs4,500-Rs5,000. I checked again on Saturday and the same had increased to Rs6,700 and the total was Rs7,400 by the time the booking was complete,” he told TOI.

Undri resident Gautam Deb said fares on other routes had also surged. “The one-way fare from Pune to Kolkata is around Rs11,000 for one person. The same was around Rs9,000 until last week. I didn’t wait and immediately booked three return tickets for Durga Puja in Oct. It cost me Rs64,000. The charges cost will only increase as the festival nears,” he said.

A representative of a travel company told TOI that the fare hike could affect passengers significantly. “The hassles for flyers seem to be not ending. The fuel surcharge is upon the base fare, which is usually not disclosed by low-cost carriers. If the rising price of crude oil due to the West Asia crises is being used as an excuse for the same, airlines should lower the fares when the prices drop. The fares of all sectors are affected, causing many to book tickets in advance. It is difficult to say whether this will help,” the representative said.

LPG Shortage in India: Panic booking eases, online orders up

The govt’s campaign to discourage panic booking of LPG refills seems to have had an impact, with the number of domestic bookings declining from 88.8 lakh on Friday to 77 lakh on Saturday. The petroleum ministry said online bookings have also increased from 84% to 87%, while no dry-outs were reported at LPG distributors. Online booking had become difficult over the past few days as unusually high call volumes led the system to crash. This led to consumers lining up at gas depots and demanding immediate refills. Though the availability of LPG amid the conflict in West Asia continues to be a concern, forcing govt to reduce the delivery of commercial cylinders — largely used by small eateries, restaurants and the hospitality industry — to just 20%, the ministry said in a statement that arrangements were in place to maintain regular supply and distribution.

LPG Shortage in India: Govt clamps down on LPG refills for piped gas users

Amid mounting pressure on domestic LPG supplies, the government on Saturday cracked down on consumers holding both piped natural gas (PNG) and LPG connections, directing them to surrender their LPG connections. It also said that consumers with PNG connections will no longer be permitted to obtain domestic LPG refills from any public sector oil company.

While the exact number of households possessing both PNG and LPG connections is not known, officials indicated that the figure could be significant. As LPG shortage concerns spread, the Centre has urged citizens not to hoard cylinders and instead switch to PNG where available.

The government issued a gazette notification on Saturday under the Essential Commodities Act, amending the Liquefied Petroleum Gas (Regulation of Supply and Distribution) Order to incorporate these provisions.

It also issued directions to oil companies declaring the supply of domestic LPG cylinder refills to consumers already owning PNG as a "prohibited activity".

India LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: Delhi govt says supply remains 'stable'

Delhi Food Supplies minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said cooking gas supply in the national capital remains stable despite global disruptions. The Delhi government has deployed 70 teams from multiple departments to monitor markets, check stocks and prevent hoarding while ensuring regulated distribution of commercial LPG cylinders to essential sectors.

India LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: Alternative cooking methods explored

Some larger hotels and restaurants have begun using firewood as an alternative fuel to keep kitchens running. However, many smaller eateries say switching to firewood is not feasible due to limited space and infrastructure. To save LPG, several establishments are focusing on dishes that require less cooking time or reheating.

India LPG Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates: Bengaluru eateries face LPG shortage impact

Restaurants and hotels in Bengaluru say the shortage of commercial LPG has significantly affected their business. Industry representatives estimate losses of around 25–30%. Many eateries have reduced menus, removed deep-fried items such as kebabs and snacks, and shortened operating hours as they attempt to conserve limited gas supplies.

LPG Shortage in India: Panic LPG bookings begin to decline

The government’s campaign to discourage panic bookings appears to be working. Domestic LPG refill bookings dropped from 88.8 lakh on Friday to 77 lakh on Saturday. The petroleum ministry said online bookings increased from 84% to 87%, and no dry-outs were reported at LPG distributors, despite earlier system crashes caused by unusually high call volumes.

LPG Crisis in India: Indian oil vessel sails safely after Fujairah oil terminal attack

An Indian-flagged oil tanker, Jag Laadki, sailed safely from Fujairah Single Point Mooring after the Fujairah oil terminal was attacked while the vessel was loading crude oil. According to the petroleum ministry, the tanker left at 10.30 am IST on Sunday carrying about 80,800 metric tonnes of Murban crude oil bound for India, with all Indian crew members safe.