LPG crisis updates - March 11: Centre asks States to provide security to LPG supply chain; India’s LPG production up 25% since March 8 order

The leaders of the G7 group of nations — ‌the United States, Canada, Japan, Italy, ⁠Britain, Germany and France — agreed to examine the option ‌of providing escort for ships so ‌they can navigate ‌freely ⁠in the ⁠Gulf, said a statement from the G7 Presidency on Wednesday (March 11, 2026).

The statement ‌was issued after French President Emmanuel Macron had convened a call ‌with G7 leaders to discuss the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran ⁠and its impact on rising energy prices.

Amid the LPG shortage across the country owing to the war in West Asia, e-commerce platforms and retailers in major cities have seen a surge in demand for induction cooktops as people look for replacements due to the gas supply disruption.

While prices for electric cooktops have gone up, supplies largely remained available on e-commerce platforms and retail stores though the inventory is going down at a fast clip.

Sales of electric cooktops sizzle as LPG flameout worries families

Electric cooktop sales surge amid LPG shortages due to West Asia conflict, driving prices up and inventory down rapidly.

Amid a nationwide crisis, contractors running crematoria under the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) said they are facing difficulties booking LPG cylinders amid a supply disruption that has tightened availability at distributor godowns.

J. John, an AIADMK councillor from Korattur in the Ambattur zone, said contractor at the Ambattur crematorium had recently bought six cylinders from a different distributor two days ago.

According to him, an average of five cremations take place at the facility everyday and each cremation requires about 10 kg of LPG. Based on the current stock, supplies at the crematorium may last up to a week, he said.

Iran’s Ambassador to the United Nations on Wednesday (March 11, 2026) criticised as politically motivated a resolution passed by the Security Council that demanded an immediate halt to Iranian attacks on Gulf states.

“Today’s action represents a blatant misuse of the Security Council mandate in pursuit of the political agendas of the certain members, the various states responsible for the brutal war of aggression against my country,” Amir Saeid Iravani told the Council.

AFP

Amid reports of shortage of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders in several cities in the country, the Delhi government on Wednesday (March 11, 2026) said there is “no shortage of fuel” and that the supply of LPG, petrol, diesel, and piped natural gas (PNG) remains normal in the national capital.

It urged residents not to pay attention to rumours circulating about gas supply and to avoid unnecessary panic or hoarding.

A key review meeting was held under the chairmanship of the Chief Secretary of Delhi, Rajeev Verma. The meeting focused on rumours of disruption in LPG supply due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia and the situation was reviewed in detail, the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) stated in a release.

The fuel crisis and supply chain disruptions coupled with increase in packaging and raw material costs over the past week due to the raging conflict in West Asia have hit the industry in Haryana across all sectors.

A large number of textile, food processing, pharmaceutical and agricultural implements units in Panipat, Sonipat, and Karnal rely on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) to run industrial boilers for dyeing, heating, and sterilisation. Most of these units are on the verge of shutting down operations, Manoj Arora, secretary, Haryana Chamber of Commerce and Industry (HCCI), told The Hindu.

“The cost of commercial LPG cylinders rose by around 20% over the past few days. It is not available since yesterday [Tuesday],” Mr. Arora said.

Residents of gated communities and high rise apartment complexes in and around Hyderabad relying solely on piped LPG supplies have started feeling the heat of the ongoing cooking gas crisis.

Most resident associations are scrambling to replenish the refill stocks or the cylinder banks, in the communities and complexes, from where LPG is supplied over pipelines to hundreds, and in many cases, thousands of households.

What began as a stock-taking exercise when the initial signs of strain in nationwide LPG supplies surfaced has given way to huddles in which resident welfare office-bearers and managers discuss the challenge at hand.

A group representing many of the world’s wealthiest countries agreed on Wednesday (March 12, 2026) to release the largest volume of emergency oil reserves in its history, in a bid to counter the effects of the Iran war on energy markets and the halt of cargo shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

The Paris-based International Energy Agency said it will make 400 million barrels of oil available from its members’ emergency reserves, which is more than double the 182.7 million barrels that the IEA’s 32 member countries released in 2022 in response to Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

“This is a major action aiming to alleviate the immediate impacts of the disruption in markets,” IEA executive director Fatih Birol said. “But, to be clear, the most important thing for a return to stable flows of oil and gas is the resumption of transit through the Strait of Hormuz.”

AP

India on Wednesday (March 11, 2026) welcomed the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) decision to release emergency oil stocks to stabilise markets amid supply disruptions triggered by escalating tensions in West Asia.

“India, as an associate member of the IEA and an active participant in international energy cooperation, welcomes the IEA’s decision to release emergency oil stocks,” the government said in a statement.

The Centre on Wednesday advised all the States and Union territories to monitor LPG supplies daily, take strict action against the violators, quell rumour mongering and maintain law and order in the wake of public apprehensions about restricted supply of LPG cylinders in the domestic market due to the widening crisis in West Asia, officials said.

At a meeting chaired by Home Secretary Govind Mohan on Wednesday, it was conveyed that an LPG control order dated March 8 directed the refineries and petrochemical complexes to maximise LPG production and prioritise domestic supply for household consumers, they said.--- PTI

Demanding the rollback of the LPG price hike and smooth supply of cooking gas in Odisha, opposition BJD workers on Wednesday staged a protest in the busy Master Canteen area of the city.

Hundreds of workers from Biju Mahila Janata Dal, Biju Yuva Janata Dal and Biju Chhatra Janata Dal, along with women, youth and students, joined the demonstration and expressed resentment over the rising prices of LPG cylinders, edible oil and other essential commodities.

The protest was led by Biju Mahila Janata Dal president Snehangini Chhuria, Biju Yuva Janata Dal president Chinmaya Sahoo and Biju Chhatra Janata Dal president Ipsita Sahoo.-- PTI

Amid a nationwide crisis, contractors running crematoria under the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) said they are facing difficulties booking LPG cylinders for the coming days amid a supply disruption that has tightened availability at distributor godowns.

J. John, an AIADMK councillor from Korattur in the Ambattur zone, said contractor at the Ambattur crematorium opposite the zonal office had recently bought in six cylinders from different distributor two days ago.

According to him, an average of five cremations happen at the facility every day and each cremation requires about 10 kg of LPG. Based on the current stock, supplies at the crematorium may last up to a week, he said.--Aishwaryaa R

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (March 11, 2026) said the global energy supply chain has been affected due to the conflict in West Asia and appealed to the people to not panic, expressing confidence in overcoming the crisis.

Addressing an NDA rally in Tamil Nadu, PM Modi said, “Today, I would like to speak to the people of Tamil Nadu about the conflict in West Asia. It has affected the whole world’s energy supply chain. We believe in the ideology of India first.”

“In any situation, we have seen how our government always puts the interests of Indians above everything. Even in these times, our approach will be the same. There is no need to panic or pay attention to rumours. I would like to appeal to the people, let us spread only correct and verified information,” he added.

- PTI

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday said there is no crisis of LPG cylinders in the State.

Speaking to reporters in Guwahati, Mr. Sarma said that the State government is monitoring the situation arising across the country on the backdrop of the war in West Asia.

“I am looking into it, and there is no shortage of domestic LPG. India has made arrangements to bring gas from 40 countries,” he said.

Mr. Sarma further said that Russia has started sending oil and gas to India.

“So, I don’t think there will be any shortage of LPG. During the COVID-19 pandemic, when there were widespread concerns about oxygen availability, the Prime Minister personally coordinated efforts to ensure supply across the country.-- PTI

Panic and uncertainty gripped hoteliers and restaurant owners across Jharkhand on Wednesday as the supply of commercial LPG cylinders was disrupted amid the worsening West Asia crisis.

Owners of restaurants, hotels, and catering businesses warned that they may be forced to scale down services and offer only breakfast and tea if the situation persists.--- PTI

Tamil Nadu Food Minister R. Sakkarapani said on Wednesday that while domestic LPG supplies are stable for the next 20 to 25 days, the commercial segment is facing an acute crunch.

Speaking to reporters after a stakeholders’ meeting here that included representatives from IOC, BPCL, and HPCL, he said: “For commercial use, the current stocks are only sufficient for two to four days.” According to him, a three-member committee from the oil marketing companies (OMCs) is investigating the distribution bottleneck in Delhi.

“A decision from the Government of India is expected shortly,” Mr. Sakkrapani added.-- PTI

Expressing concern over emerging issues regarding the supply and distribution of LPG cylinders in Kerala, CPI(M) Rajya Sabha MP John Brittas on Wednesday urged Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri to intervene and ensure there is no shortage of cooking gas.

In a letter to the Minister, he said that serious concerns are emerging in Kerala regarding the supply and distribution of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), particularly in the context of the disruptions in petroleum imports caused by the ongoing conflict situation in West Asia.

The Left leader said the use of LPG in Kerala was almost universal, which creates a unique situation and a shortage would pose a “potential threat” to the functioning of several sectors.-- PTI

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday alleged a shortage in supply of domestic cooking gas, accusing the BJP government of failing to ensure smooth distribution of LPG cylinders, and claiming that people are being denied refills despite waiting in long queues.

In a post on X, the Samajwadi Party chief said the BJP’s promise of “achhe din” (good days) had proved hollow and that the situation had left many households struggling to cook meals.

“The cylinder of BJP’s ‘achhe din’ has run empty,” Mr. Yadav wrote.

“At present, 28 vessels with Indian flags are operating in the Persian Gulf. 24 of them are at the Western region of Strait of Hormuz, and 4 in the Eastern region of the Strait,” said Rajesh Kumar Sinha, Special Secretary, Ministry of Shipping and Waterways 

“Of the 189 mmscd of natural gas consumption, 47.4 mmscd is routed through the Strait of Hormuz,” said Joint Secretary MoPNG Sujata Sharma. “Imports account for 60% of our LPG requirements, and about 90% of it routed through the Strait of Hormuz,“ she added.

On black marketing and hoarding of LPG, Ms. Sharma said LPG delivery cycles are operating business as usual, adhering to normal delivery cycle of 2.5 days. There is no need to rush for booking. Read more-- Saptaparno Ghosh

PSU Indian Oil Corp, which supplies LPG cylinders to almost 85% of the entire Northeast market, on Wednesday said it has enough stock to provide the cooking fuel in the region during the coming period on the backdrop of the war in West Asia.

A senior official of the IOC told PTI that all its nine bottling plants in the Northeast are producing LPG cylinders at their maximum capacities and distributing the same as per the government’s directives.

“As of now, there is no gap between demand and supply for the LPG cylinders. All cylinders are being supplied as per the restrictions of the central government,” she added.

The official also said that the IOC gets the input stock for producing LPG cylinders from four Assam-based refineries, which receive a considerable amount of crude and LNG from local oil wells.-- PTI

Karnataka Minister for Food and Civil Supplies K H Muniyappa on Wednesday said there is no need for any concern over LPG supplies, as oil companies have assured that every family will receive at least one domestic cylinder a month.

Addressing the Assembly, he said the supply of commercial gas will be prioritised for essential services like hospitals and student hostels, while urging hotels and convention halls to cooperate.

The House witnessed commotion over the issue, with heated exchanges between the ruling and opposition Benches.--- PTI

Amid disruptions in the supply of cooking gas caused by escalating tensions in West Asia, shopkeepers at Indore’s popular 56 Chaat Chowpatty have begun using electric appliances to keep their businesses running.

Vendors say they are determined not to let the LPG shortage affect customers and will consider adopting alternative energy sources, like using solar-powered appliances, if the situation persists.

Gunjan Sharma, president of the 56 Dukan Chaat Chowpatty Traders Association, told PTI on Wednesday that the supply of commercial LPG cylinders has been halted.

“Therefore, we have purchased electric appliances and started using them,” he said.--- PTI

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday criticised the Centre for the LPG supply constraint, accusing it of failing to ensure adequate reserves of cooking gas and petroleum products amid a nationwide shortage due to the West Asia crisis.

Speaking to a Bengali news channel, Ms. Banerjee said the central government should have first ensured sufficient reserves of LPG, oil and gas in the country before imposing restrictions in the wake of the ongoing energy supply disruptions.

“The central government should have first ensured enough reserves of LPG, oil and gas. Without that, they have imposed restrictions sans any proper planning to tackle the situation,” she said.

Ms. Banerjee alleged that the Centre was focusing more on politics rather than addressing the issues arising out of the energy situation.

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A majority of hotels and restaurants in Shivamogga, in Karnataka, are expected to either close down or scale down the menu from March 12 following a disruption in the supply of commercial gas cylinders in the wake of the conflict in West Asia involving Israel, US, and Iran.

The Shivamogga City Hotel Owners’ Association, which met in Shivamogga on March 11, discussed the issue at length. Many of the members stated that, given the shortage in the supply of cylinders, they could not cook from March 12. Gas agencies have stopped supplying commercial cylinders. As almost all of the hotels are dependent on LPG for cooking, the hoteliers are left with no option but to close down. 

Shankaranarayana Holla, president of the association, said, “It is impossible to run hotels without LPG cylinders. Almost 90% of hotels in the city are expected to close down by March 12. Only a few hotels, which have facilities for firewood cooking or electric stoves, can operate with a minimum menu.”

The closure of hotels would badly hit the people visiting the city, including those who avail of treatment in hospitals in Shivamogga. 

Hotels and small eateries in parts of North Karnataka are suffering from an anxiety about the imminent shortage of LPG gas cylinders.

While most hotels are functioning normally for now, an uncertain future looms. Larger establishments that have piped gas supply are not suffering from any problem yet. However, most of the around 3,000 hotels and eateries in Belagavi depend on cylinders.

Sudhir Gowda, who runs a large food establishment, said that he is not facing any scarcity as of now, as his kitchens are powered by piped gas.

“The piped gas company that supplies us fuel has ensured that they have enough stocks. But we do not know for how long they can sustain. However, smaller hotels and roadside vendors who use either commercial or domestic cylinders, are already facing scarcities,” he said. 

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Hotels, eateries in North Karnataka facing imminent scarcity of LPG

Northern Karnataka's hotels face an LPG shortage crisis as geopolitical tensions threaten gas supplies, impacting small eateries and vendors.

Disruption in the supply of commercial LPG cylinders amid the West Asia crisis has begun to hit businesses across Rajasthan, where hotels, restaurants, factories, wedding caterers and tourism establishments have started facing difficulties in running daily operations.

Domestic and commercial gas customers were seen rushing to gas agencies to secure cylinders. There is no fresh booking of commercial cylinders, which has hit various industries.

Industry representatives said the crisis has created uncertainty for sectors that depend heavily on liquified petroleum gas (LPG).

Restaurant owners say the shortage is already affecting kitchens, while expenses on weddings are also set to increase due to the gas shortage.

“Running a restaurant has become difficult. We have to pay rent, salaries and other expenses, but without gas we cannot cook. Dishes like dal fry and many other items require continuous gas use,” a Jaipur-based restaurant operator, Pradeep Singh, said.

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Amid concerns over possible LPG shortage, the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation has directed catering units at railway stations in its western zone to shift to microwave and induction plates and maintain stocks of ready-to-eat food items for passengers.

In a communication issued on March 10, IRCTC asked operators of food plazas, refreshment rooms and ‘Jan Ahaars’ to switch to alternative arrangements to maintain seamless catering services for travelling passengers.

This advisory comes in the backdrop of the widening conflict in West Asia that may affect the supply of commercial LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) cylinders.

“You must switch over to alternate cooking modes viz. microwaves and induction, to offset any potential shortage in LPG supplies,” the advisory reads.

-PTI

Karnataka’s Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has written to Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri seeking urgent intervention to address the disruption in supply of commercial LPG to hotels and restaurants in Bengaluru. 

The Chief Minister said the problem appeared to have arisen following a revised order issued by the Ministry on March 9, which prioritises LPG production for domestic consumers. While the intention behind the order — to ensure uninterrupted supply to households — was appreciated, its implementation had led to an unintended shortage of commercial LPG in Bengaluru, he said.

“Several hotels and restaurant associations in the city have reported that they are unable to procure commercial LPG cylinders. Many establishments are expressing concern that they may have to temporarily shut operations if supplies are not restored soon,” Mr. Siddaramaiah wrote. 

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India’s current natural gas supply crunch is likely to be short-lived as the prevailing higher prices right now make imports from distant sources such as Norway and the U.S. economically viable, according to government sources. However, such shipments typically take longer to arrive, meaning the country could face a shortage in the interim, they said. 

Requesting anonymity, an official said India’s LPG output has increased by 10% after the government decided to prioritise supplies to households over industry users. On March 5, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) asked all oil refining companies to maximise production, directing that all propane and butane produced, recovered or otherwise available be utilised for LPG output. 

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has said the emerging “fuel shock” due to the tensions in West Asia had raised the spectre of crippling shortages of fuel and cooking gas. 

In a statement in Thiruvananthapuram on Wednesday (March 11, 2026), Mr Vijayan demanded that the Centre cushion the burden of spiralling cooking gas prices by subsidising the fuel. 

Mr. Vijayan said the Centre’s decision to hike cooking gas prices, including for households, would exacerbate the cost-of-living crisis and upend family budgets. 

He said the Centre had limited the booking for domestic connections. The scarcity of commercial cooking gas has crippled the food industry. 

Hotels and restaurants were shuttering. Commuters and hosteliers are finding food costly and scarce. The fuel crisis had come at an inopportune time for Kerala, given the holy month of Ramzam, he said. 

S&P Global Ratings on Wednesday said profit margins of oil marketing companies like IOC, BPCL and HPCL, could suffer as they are likely to keep retail prices of petrol and diesel unchanged to curb inflationary pressures.

Oil prices have risen since the start of the U.S.-Iran war with crude rising to over $100 per barrel earlier this week as the Strait of Hormuz, which handles about a fifth of the global crude oil and liquified natural gas (LNG) flows, remained effectively closed. Crude prices have fallen to $88 a barrel on Wednesday.

S&P Global Ratings have recently revised its 2026 average price assumption for Brent crude oil prices by $5 to $65.

The U.S.-based rating agency said India will remain dependent on maritime routes to fulfil its crude needs, but there is some scope for diversification as the country has a history of buying oil from outside Asia, such as from Russia and South America.

Purchases from Russia currently stand at 1.1 million bpd, while that from Venezuela has resumed last month at 142,000 bpd, it added. 

-PTI

MP and partner of Vasanth and Co Vijay Vasanth said, “Induction stoves and electric kettle sales have increased over the last two days in Chennai. There are bulk enquiries for these products. Sales has increased by 300%. Individuals are purchasing in large numbers, and there is clear panic buying. On the supply side – there is a short supply now. We are trying to get stock from our vendors.”

Hotels in Puducherry are faced with the risk of closure following non-availability of commercial LPG cylinders as alternative measures may not help tide over the situation in this tourist hub, industry insiders said on Wednesday.

A spokesperson of Hotels Association here told PTI that a “helpless situation” has emerged now and hoteliers have started adopting several stringent measures.

He said that most of the hotels have either shifted to cooking food using fire wood or were minimizing the working hours to manage the situation, while also opting for electric cookers.

Incidentally, the price of firewood has shot up by three times, ₹1000 per ‘kundu’ from the usual ₹300. However, firewood can be used for cooking only south Indian food and not Chinese food, he said. 

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AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday (March 11, 2026) slammed the Centre for ‘heavy LPG shortage’ affecting people across the country and questioned the Prime Minister’s “support” for Israel and the U.S.

The former Delhi Chief Minister said, “There is a chance that almost 1 crore people would be unemployed because of the power shortage situation emerging,” he said. 

“There is a heavy shortage of LPG in the country. The reason behind this is that 90% of the LPG imported in India is from the Strait of Hormuz. Restaurants and hotels are facing shortages. In the next two days, 50% of hotels are on the verge of shutdown, news is coming from Delhi NCR, Bihar,” Mr. Kejriwal said. 

The Congress on Wednesday claimed in the Legislative Assembly that there was a shortage of domestic LPG in Maharashtra, demanding that the government clarify the situation and inform the House about the steps being taken to address it.

Raising the matter, Congress legislature party leader Vijay Wadettiwar said that a “severe” shortage of cooking gas amid the widening conflict in West Asia has created fear and anxiety among households across the State.

While the government talks about development, common people are worried about how they will cook food at home due to gas shortage, he said. Several eateries have remained shut due to a disruption in gas supply, he said.

Referring to the ongoing session, he said the legislature canteen was closed even as the House functioned till around 1 a.m. on Wednesday, and many hotels outside the premises at Nariman Point in south Mumbai were also shut due to the alleged shortage.

He claimed that nearly 30% of hotels in Mumbai and Nagpur have been closed because of the gas shortage, affecting economic activity.

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The shortage of commercial LPG cylinders is threatening to severely impact the hospitality sector in Kerala, along with other key sectors, with the crisis likely to force many establishments, including catering units and hotels, to shut down within days if the situation continues.

Although CNG is currently available, the situation appears precarious and can disrupt a section of public transport as a significant number of vehicles rely on CNG. If the shortage affects only commercial kitchens now, it is likely to spill over to households soon, as cooking gas stocks are rapidly depleting across the country, including Kerala. 

Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East and the resulting disruption in gas supplies, the Uttarakhand government has begun preparations to provide firewood for commercial use if required.

Uttarakhand Forest Minister Subodh Uniyal said the current situation resembles a crisis scenario. “With war-like conditions prevailing in several Middle Eastern countries, a shortage of gas cannot be ruled out,” he said.

To address the situation, instructions have been issued to the Uttarakhand Forest Development Corporation to ensure the availability of wood so that businesses can use it as an alternative fuel in case the gas shortage worsens. 

-PTI

Restaurants and commercial mass kitchens in Tiruchi are bracing for a shortage in LPG gas cylinders as the conflict in West Asia prolongs.

“For the past three days, the supply of commercial gas cylinders has been stopped in Tiruchi district. However, there is no disruption in the domestic cylinders as of now, though we have to wait and watch how the political situation plays out,” a long-time LPG gas agency proprietor in Edamalaipatti Pudur, Tiruchi, told The Hindu on Tuesday.

The price of a 19 kg commercial gas cylinder that cost ₹1,930 before the war has increased to over ₹3,000 in the past few days. 

LPG crisis: Tiruchi’s food sector stares at looming commercial gas shortage

Tiruchi's food sector faces an impending LPG gas shortage as supply halts amid ongoing conflict in West Asia.

Reports of LPG supply being impacted due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East triggered panic among customers in Lakhimpur Kheri district of Uttar Pradesh, with many rushing to gas agency distribution centres to collect cylinders on Tuesday.

District officials, however, ruled out any shortage of LPG cylinders and said the supply remained adequate.

Consumers made a beeline for the LPG distribution centres in Lakhimpur city and other parts of the district to collect their pre-booked cylinders. 

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Israel and Iran exchanged fire early Wednesday as Tehran kept up its pressure on the region’s oil industry, hitting a ship in the Strait of Hormuz and targeting infrastructure as concerns grew of a global energy crisis.

Iran has effectively stopped shipping traffic through the narrow strait off its coast, through which about a fifth of the world’s oil is shipped from the Persian Gulf toward the Indian Ocean.

It has also been targeting oil fields and refineries in Gulf Arab nations as part of a strategy that appeared to be aimed at generating enough global economic pain to pressure the United States and Israel to end their strikes. 

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Amid disruptions in the supply of commercial LPG cylinders due to escalating tensions in West Asia, domestic gas agencies in Bengaluru have reported a surge in bookings and enquiries from households concerned about the availability of cooking gas. Dealers, however, said there is adequate stock for domestic consumers, though deliveries may take slightly longer than usual. 

Officials from gas agencies said calls and online bookings increased sharply on Tuesday as residents sought confirmation on the availability of cylinders. Ashok Mahadevappa K. of Indian Oil Corporation Limited said agencies are receiving frequent enquiries from customers worried about possible shortages. “We are getting at least 10 calls every hour from people asking whether cylinders are available. Even online bookings have increased significantly,” he said. 

Some residents said the uncertainty around commercial LPG supply has triggered concern among households as well. “We generally do not keep an extra cylinder at home, but there was some panic after hearing that commercial LPG supply had been affected. However, this morning we received a message from our gas agency stating that there is adequate supply of domestic cylinders and there is no need to worry,” said Ramesh Jain, a resident of Vasanth Nagar. 

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LPG crisis: Gas agencies in Bengaluru see surge in bookings, queries amid supply concerns

Bengaluru gas agencies report increased bookings and inquiries amid LPG supply concerns, assuring adequate stock for domestic consumers.

Goa’s tourism industry is grappling with an unexpected challenge as several restaurants fear closure due to concerns over the shortage of commercial cooking gas cylinders, caused by supply disruptions linked to the West Asia conflict.

Chief Minister Pramod Sawant told reporters late on Tuesday night that he will discuss the issue with the Union Petroleum Minister.

“It is a concern for the tourism industry. We will try to resolve the problem as soon as possible,” he said.

Goa has more than 3,000 registered restaurants, which are the backbone of the beach state’s tourism industry. 

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A section of hotels and restaurants operating in Chennai and parts of Tamil Nadu on Wednesday declared a holiday following the lack of commercial LPG supply to the establishments, employees said.

Early morning customers who had come for tea and coffee expressed disappointment over the closure of the hotels and expressed hope that the Centre would take up measures to ease the situation.

“Due to lack of LPG supply, March 11, 2026 has been declared a holiday,” a notice displayed in a popular hotel in the city said on Wednesday. 

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Following a communication from the oil marketing companies on Monday (March 9, 2026) that LPG cylinder supply will be affected because of the U.S.- Israel war on Iran, hotels in Coimbatore district have decided to cut down on service timings and menus. Hotels and retirement communities are exploring alternative sources of fuel.

The Sree Annapoorna Sree Gowrishankar Group put out a notice on Monday night informing customers that it would limit its menu to essential items and some items would be available only at specific hours of the day. 

K.A. Ramaswamy, president of the Coimbatore District Hoteliers Association, said the oil marketing companies stopped the supply of commercial LPG cylinders from Tuesday (March 10). “We are managing with the cylinders that we have. We have cut down on Chinese items at the live counters, removed parottas from the menu, and restricted dosa and puri items to peak hours,” he said.

The 262 hotels that are members of the association will be able to manage for a couple of days and may start shutting down operations thereafter. “There are thousands of smaller hotels in the district. No one operating in the city limits uses firewood because of inspections and safety norms. They will be the worst-hit,” he said. 

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.