The ongoing LPG shortage in Telangana has sparked a fresh round of political sparring between Congress and BJP. Civil Supplies Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy admitted to severe shortages in commercial LPG. The BJP, however, accused the Congress government of creating artificial scarcity.
The ongoing West Asia conflict has disrupted LPG supplies in India, hitting smaller restaurants hardest. Orders initially dipped by 5–10 per cent but are recovering as eateries adopt induction stoves, wood-fired cooking, and electric ovens.
Long queues were reported at an LPG distributor outlet in Mothkur, Yadadri Bhongir district, as domestic consumers faced difficulties obtaining cylinders. Residents alleged supply had been halted for four days, despite assurances from staff that there was no shortage
Long queues were witnessed outside an LPG agency in Adilabad as consumers rushed to book and collect domestic cylinders amid supply concerns linked to the West Asia crisis, while hotels struggled due to shortage of commercial gas cylinders
A sudden surge in panic bookings of LPG cylinders in Hyderabad has extended delivery timelines from one day to nearly three. The Greater Hyderabad Gas Distributors Association (GHGDA) clarified that the backlog is due to artificial demand, not an actual shortage.
The Lok Sabha was adjourned till noon following loud protests by Opposition members over rising LPG prices and supply shortages. Speaker Om Birla cautioned MPs against disrupting Question Hour, stressing the need to uphold parliamentary decorum.
Domestic LPG consumers in Nalgonda district are facing severe difficulties due to halted cylinder supply. Long queues were reported at Bharat Gas distributor’s outlet in Mothkur, Yadadri Bhongir, where residents alleged that despite assurances of adequate stock, distribution had been stopped for four days.
The LPG shortage during the peak wedding season is affecting caterers in Hyderabad, forcing them to reduce menu items and reconsider live food counters. Some are exploring alternatives such as firewood as sourcing and refilling gas cylinders becomes increasingly difficult.
The Congress party faced backlash after posting an old photo on social media to highlight LPG shortages, leading to its removal. Meanwhile, protests against rising LPG prices have spread across several states, with the Maharashtra Congress announcing statewide demonstrations.
Opposition leaders warned of potential LPG shortages and rising fuel prices amid West Asia tensions, citing impacts on households and businesses. Ruling alliance MPs dismissed fears, citing India’s alternative energy sources and urging against public panic over supply disruptions
The government has invoked the Essential Commodities Act to ensure uninterrupted LPG supply as hotels and restaurants report shortages. To prevent hoarding, the minimum waiting period for LPG cylinder refills has been extended from 21 to 25 days amid panic buying triggered by Middle East tensions.
