India LPG Gas Shortage Live Updates: LPG shortage haunts India as restaurants shut, long queues outside petrol pumps

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the National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) warning that nearly 60% of outlets could shut down if commercial gas cylinder shortage persists.The National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) warning that nearly 60% of outlets could shut down if commercial gas cylinder shortage persists. (Image generated using AI)

LPG Gas Cylinder Shortage Live Updates: India is facing a LPG cylinder supply crunch as West Asia conflicts disrupt maritime routes, forcing the government to invoke emergency powers to boost domestic production.

Who is worst affected? The ongoing India gas crisis has hit the hospitality sector hardest, with the National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) warning that nearly 60% of outlets could shut down if commercial gas cylinder shortage persists. From shortened menus in Mumbai to a massive surge in induction stove sales nationwide, households and businesses are rapidly pivoting to alternatives as the Strait of Hormuz remains a supply bottleneck.

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What is the govt doing? The Centre has now placed LPG and CNG on the “priority list” under the Essential Commodities Act to prevent hoarding and stabilise costs.

LPG oil impact on india of middle east crisis (Image generated using AI)

We are tracking ground reports by Indian Express reporters from major hubs, refinery output data, and official oil marketing company (OMC) responses to bring you the latest.

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