LPG Crisis India LIVE: The Centre advised 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 speculation that the supply of cylinders has been hit due to the ongoing war in the Middle East.
Induction cooktops quickly went out of stock on online platforms as restrictions on the distribution of LPG cylinders to commercial establishments, including hotels and restaurants, sparked worries that household consumers might be next.
The Ministry of Home Affairs has set up a 24x7 control room with nodal officers from the information and broadcasting, and petroleum and natural gas ministries.
India consumes about 31.3 million tonnes of LPG annually. As much as 87 per cent of this is in the domestic sector, i.e., household kitchens, and the rest in commercial establishments such as hotels and restaurants. Of this total requirement, 62 per cent is met through imports.
The US-Israel attacks on Iran and Tehran's retaliation have shut the Strait of Hormuz, a key sea route through which India gets 85-90 per cent of its LPG imports from West Asian nations, including Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
Here are the LIVE Updates of India's LPG Crisis, Commercial Gas Shortage:
LPG Crisis Live: PM Modi Hits Out At Those Creating Panic, Warns Black Marketers Of Action
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday hit out at those trying to create panic on the LPG situation in India, and said they are not only exposing themselves before the people but also hurting the country.
Addressing the NXT Summit, Modi also said that no country is untouched by the present crisis in West Asia and the government is doing everything possible to safeguard India's energy security.
He also said that some people are trying to black-market certain products by taking advantage of the present situation, and warned that action will be taken against such unscrupulous elements.
“Some people are trying to create panic on LPG. Without making a political point, I will say they are not only exposing themselves before people but hurting the country," Modi said.
The prime minister also said that everyone has a key role to play in dealing with the present crisis arising out of the conflict in West Asia – be it political parties, media, youth, cities or villages.
LPG Crisis Live: Distributors Approach Bombay High Court Against Supply Crunch
The Bombay High Court on Thursday issued notices to the Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Ministry as well as a private firm in connection with a petition filed by six LPG distributors seeking increased supply of domestic cooking gas cylinders amid the energy crisis due to the Iran war.
The petitioners claimed Nagpur-headquartered Confidence Petroleum India Ltd had failed to augment the supply of household LPG cylinders despite the Centre's directive prioritising domestic distribution.
The petition, filed through advocates Shyam Dewani and Saahil Dewani, claimed the Iran war had caused disruptions in global crude supply, leading to constraints in LPG production, following which the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas had issued orders directing that LPG production and supply for domestic consumers be given priority.
Iran War Hormuz LPG India Get Cylinders Or Cut Menu: Family's Tough Choice As Iran War Hits Weddings
The growing tensions between the US, Iran, and Israel have begun to impact local households and the wedding season.
Iran War LPG Induction Stoves Out Of Stock Amid LPG Concerns. Here's How They Work
With the escalating US, Israel, and Iran conflict threatening fuel supplies, memories of past disruptions are driving a massive surge in induction cooker sales.
LPG Crisis Live:Tight Security Across Agencies As 'Supply Disruption' Triggers Black Market Fears
Senior Delhi Police officials have directed their officers to prepare a list of gas agencies in their respective jurisdictions and deploy personnel to maintain law and order in view of the ongoing problem of LPG supply in the city.
The move aims to ensure smooth distribution of cooking gas cylinders and prevent any attempt at black marketing during the supply crunch, police told news agency PTI on Thursday.
A senior police officer stated that Station House Officers (SHOs) have been directed to maintain a visible police presence around gas agencies in their areas.
LPG Crisis Live: Protests In Chhattisgarh Assembly Over Cooking Gas
Congress staged protests in the Chhattisgarh assembly, claiming that people in the state have been facing a shortage of cooking gas cylinders, and demanded a discussion on the issue.
Legislators from the party trooped into the well of the House after their demand was disallowed, leading to their automatic suspension.
Raising the issue during Zero Hour, Leader of Opposition Charan Das Mahant said the state has been facing a shortage of LPG cylinders. He said the chief minister had earlier assured that Chhattisgarh would not face any scarcity, but prices were hiked the very next day.
LPG Crisis LIVE: Amid LPG Crisis, Will Your Piped Gas Supply Be Affected Too?
The contrast between LPG and PNG is a contrast between two energy delivery architectures: one, based on physical distribution cycles, and another on continuous infrastructure flow. India's latest cooking-fuel disruption has revealed a structural asymmetry in how energy reaches Indian households. As geopolitical tensions around the Strait of Hormuz disrupted LPG cargo movements in March 2026, the contrast between India's cylinder-based LPG ecosystem and the piped natural gas (PNG) network became stark.
The queues outside LPG agencies were not merely a temporary logistics problem. They exposed a deeper vulnerability in India's cooking fuel architecture, one rooted in import dependence, thin storage buffers and a complex distribution chain. By contrast, households connected to city gas distribution (CGD) pipelines experienced little disruption.
Petrol, Diesel Prices To Remain Stable Despite Iran War Risks: Government Sources
Petrol and diesel prices in India will remain stable for now despite global concerns over the Iran-US conflict, government sources told NDTV. The government has activated a fuel supply management chain programme to handle any crisis situation, the source added.
On the question of disruption to the Strait of Hormuz shipping route due to the ongoing conflict, the source said, "India has increased sourcing from non-Hormuz regions from 60 per cent earlier to 70 per cent now to reduce dependence on the Middle East."
Iran War Pushes Many Eateries Into Retro Mode: Wood, Coal Replacing LPG
Liquified petroleum gas is used by over 33 crore households and lakhs of eateries, and it has suddenly become hard to get.
As a result, commercial kitchens in Chennai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, and other cities have switched to wood fires - in most cases using scrap lumber as fuel - to ensure at least some food is available. In some cases the situation is so dire that restaurant has stopped serving some items or swapped out those that require more gas to cook in favour of fast food dishes.
LPG Crisis LIVE: Rush To Stockpile Amid Shortage Fears In Tamil Nadu
Long queues of motorists were seen outside petrol stations across Tamil Nadu as panic buying took hold of several cities, triggered by a worsening shortage of commercial LPG.
Residents in Chennai, Coimbatore, and Madurai reported waiting for over 45 minutes to fill their vehicle tanks, with some carrying additional containers despite regulations against the practice.
Nearly a quarter of the auto fleet in Chennai remained off the roads, while those still plying have reportedly hiked fares significantly to compensate for the long waiting periods.
The hospitality sector remains the hardest hit, with the Tamil Nadu Hotels Association has indicated that thousands of restaurants are badly hit. Many iconic establishments in the state capital have stopped serving fuel-intensive dishes like dosa and fried rice.
VIDEO | Chennai: Murali N Bhatt, founder of Geetham Restaurant, said, "Since last Sunday, we have been facing several issues with the supply of materials, getting LPG gas. The supply has been irregular, and we don't know exactly when we might have to shut down because the… pic.twitter.com/II7TfGt5K8
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Railways Asks Caterers To Switch To Alternate Methods Amid LPG Shortage
Amid the ongoing shortage in commercial LPG supplies, the Indian Railways has now stepped in with operational guidance for onboard food services.
According to PTI, IRCTC asked operators of food plazas, refreshment rooms and 'Jan Ahaars' to switch to alternative arrangements to maintain seamless catering services for travelling passengers. The instruction applies to both static kitchens and onboard pantry units, where feasible.
Israel Iran War LPG Induction Cooktops Go Out of Stock Online as LPG Concerns Push Demand
Demand for induction cooktops has increased across India due to worries about LPG cylinder availability in several cities. A check by NDTV on major online platforms reveals that many induction cooktops are now out of stock.
NDTV explored Amazon, Flipkart, and Blinkit and found a sharp decline in the availability of induction cooktops.
On Blinkit, nearly all induction cooktop models were listed as out of stock. On Amazon, only a few brands like Kent and Usha were available, while most other brands were unavailable. On Flipkart, Kent induction cooktops were mostly available, but several other models showed out-of-stock status.
Amid LPG Shortage, Bengaluru PGs Told To Ban Dosa, Chapathi, Poori
An advisory has been issued by PG Owners Welfare Association, Bengaluru, urging paying guest accommodation owners to adopt temporary gas conservation measures in view of a shortage in LPG and commercial gas supply. There are an estimated 15-25 thousand PGs in Bengaluru.
After a core committee meeting earlier today, the association said disruption in LPG supply has created a shortage and recommended immediate steps to ensure uninterrupted food supply for PG residents.
Centre Reviews LPG Supply Situation At High-Level Meet With States
Amid concerns over the availability of cooking gas amid the Middle East war, the Centre has held a high-level meeting with States and Union Territories to review the LPG supply situation and ensure smooth distribution across the country.
Government sources said the Union Home Secretary chaired the meeting with Chief Secretaries and Director Generals of Police of all states and Union Territories. Senior officials from the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, and the Ministry of Consumer Affairs were also present.
States were informed that an LPG Control Order issued on March 8, 2026, directs refineries and petrochemical complexes to maximise LPG production and prioritise supply for domestic household consumers.
