Middle East unrest: LPG refill gap extended to 25 days; govt forms panel amid supply concerns

The government has extended the gap between LPG cylinder bookings from 21 days to 25 days. The Petroleum Ministry clarified that this change ensures that domestic households get a fair and timely supply of LPG. Officials noted that some consumers had been booking cylinders much earlier than allowed, creating the risk of shortages in certain areas. “Domestic consumers will always be a priority,” government sources cited by various media reports said.

To meet rising demand amid global tensions in West Asia, refineries have been



instructed to boost LPG production. The government is also prioritising domestic connections over commercial ones.

India has been in talks with multiple countries, including Algeria, Australia, Canada, and Norway, to secure additional LPG supplies. These steps aim to maintain steady availability and prevent panic buying.

Moreover, for issues of LPG for restaurants, automobiles and other sectors, ministry of petroleum has constituted a committee which will examine their requirements and try to provide some volumes to them.