The government has increased the allocation of commercial Liquified Natural Gas (LPG) 50 percent, expanding supplies to key sectors such as restaurants, hotels, industrial canteens and community kitchens amid ongoing developments in West Asia.
The additional allocation follows earlier measures to partially restore commercial LPG supplies, with the latest increase aimed at ensuring availability for priority consumers, including subsidised canteens and migrant workers using 5 kg cylinders.
The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said domestic LPG supplies continue as normal, with no dry-outs reported at distributorships, while the situation remains a matter of concern and is being closely monitored.
As part of broader measures, the government has asked City Gas Distribution (CGD) entities to prioritise Piped Natural Gas (PNG) connections for commercial establishments and urged states to fast-track approvals for CGD infrastructure.
Commercial LPG consumers in major cities have also been advised to shift to PNG, while central ministries have been asked to promote PNG usage across government establishments.
Enforcement action against hoarding and black marketing continues across states and Union Territories, with raids and inspections being carried out to ensure smooth supply.
The ministry said refineries are operating at high capacity, with adequate crude inventories in place, while alternate fuels such as kerosene and coal are being supplied to reduce pressure on LPG demand.
