Amid reports of LPG shortages in several parts of the country, the Central government has assured citizens that domestic LPG supply remains fully secure, urging households not to panic. Officials from the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas stated that adequate stocks are available and distribution networks are being strengthened to ensure 100% supply of LPG cylinders for domestic consumers across India.
Key Highlights
- Centre assures uninterrupted LPG supply nationwide amid shortage concerns; distribution strengthened to stabilize availability and prices.
- Domestic LPG prices updated March 12 across major cities as global energy costs influence cooking gas rates.
The assurance comes after restaurants, hotels, and small food businesses in major cities reported difficulties in procuring commercial LPG cylinders, raising concerns over potential supply disruptions. In some areas, the shortage has also triggered black-market sales of cylinders at inflated prices, affecting hospitality businesses and increasing operational costs.
To stabilize supplies, refineries and oil marketing companies have increased domestic LPG production. According to officials, daily domestic LPG output has been ramped up by nearly 25% to meet rising demand and ensure uninterrupted availability for households.
The government is also coordinating closely with public sector oil marketing companies such as Indian Oil Corporation, Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited, and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited to maintain stable supply chains and prevent disruptions.
Financial and economic impact
The LPG situation has broader financial implications as rising global energy prices and geopolitical tensions have pushed up fuel costs worldwide. Recently, domestic LPG cylinder prices were increased by about ₹60 per 14.2-kg cylinder, adding pressure on household budgets and increasing operating costs for restaurants and food businesses.
Industry experts note that prolonged supply disruptions could lead to higher food prices and margin pressures for small eateries and hotels that rely heavily on LPG for cooking operations.
Domestic LPG prices in major cities (14.2 kg cylinder)
Current approximate prices across key Indian cities are:
| City | LPG Price (₹ per 14.2 kg cylinder) |
|---|---|
| Delhi | ₹913 |
| Mumbai | ₹912.50 |
| Kolkata | ₹939 |
| Chennai | ₹928.50 |
| Bengaluru | ₹915.50 |
| Hyderabad | ₹965 |
| Jaipur | ₹916.50 |
| Lucknow | ₹950.50 |
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India’s LPG consumption landscape
India is among the world’s largest LPG consumers, with millions of households dependent on the fuel for cooking. Government initiatives such as Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana have significantly expanded LPG coverage in rural and low-income households, increasing demand for reliable supplies nationwide.
Officials emphasized that while commercial supply bottlenecks may occur temporarily, domestic consumers will continue to receive priority, and authorities are monitoring the situation closely to maintain stable supply and prices.
