A worker arranges commercial LPG cylinders on a vehicle amid a shortage of cooking gas, in Saroli area of Surat, Gujarat, Tuesday, March 10, 2026. The shortage follows disruptions in LPG supplies linked to the ongoing West Asia conflict affecting global energy supply chains.
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Many State hotels associations have appealed to the respective State governments to ensure reasonable and uninterrupted supply of commercial gas cylinders as oil marketing companies are rationing supplies amid supply chain disruptions fuelled by a raging war in West Asia.
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With the expanding conflict between Iran and the US-Israel combine disrupting global fuel lifelines, including India’s LPG supplies, the government has prioritised domestic cooking gas supply to households, leading to a supply crunch for hotels and restaurants, which use commercial LPG.
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The government has formed a three-member committee to address grievances and prioritise domestic LPG supply.
Meanwhile, Reliance Industries on Tuesday (March 10, 2026) said its giant Jamnagar oil refining complex will maximise cooking gas LPG production, while gas from Bay of Bengal KG-D6 fields will be diverted to the priority sector with a view to aid Indian economy overcome West Asia war related disruptions.
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March 11, 2026 10:57
Restaurateurs in Hyderabad face concerns over commercial LPG supply; city is home to over 74,000 restaurants
Hyderabad, home to more than 74,000 restaurants with an estimated business turnover exceeding ₹5 lakh crore, is beginning to witness early signs of uncertainty in the supply of commercial Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG), raising concerns within the city’s food industry. The figure was shared by the National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) in 2024, and industry representatives believe the number of establishments has only increased since then.
Amidst the ongoing conflict in West Asia, restaurant operators say vendors have started indicating possible disruptions in commercial LPG supply, though an immediate shortage has not yet been reported in Hyderabad. The situation remains uneven, with some suppliers continuing deliveries while others have warned of constraints in the coming days.
“We are in contact with our restaurant members and what we are gathering is that a vast majority of restaurant operators rely on LPG. Very few rely on electricity. As of yesterday (March 9, 2026) there were no supply disruptions, but we are now starting to hear people being informed that they may not get LPG supplies,” said Sandeep Balasubramanian, head of NRAI Hyderabad Chapter.
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Hyderabad: Restaurateurs face concerns over commercial LPG gas supply
Hyderabad's 74,000 restaurants face potential LPG supply disruptions, raising concerns about operations and business continuity in the food industry.
March 11, 2026 10:53
LPG crisis: Restaurants in Bengaluru likely to shut services as LPG supply remains uncertain
After cutting down on their menus, hotels and restaurants across Bengaluru are likely to shut operations from Wednesday, March 11, as uncertainty over the supply of commercial LPG cylinders continues to disrupt the sector. Several establishments, after limiting services on Tuesday, March 10, said they have no option but to halt operations if supplies are not restored soon.
On March 10, many small eateries that serve a large section of the city’s daily workforce put up boards reading “Only tea and coffee available” while others reduced their menus. Hoteliers said items such as vada and dosa were among the first to be cut because they require continuous heat even when food is not actively being prepared, leading to higher gas consumption.
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Published - March 11, 2026 10:53 am IST
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