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Iran-Israel War Triggers LPG Shortage Fears Across India
- The Iran-Israel war has disrupted LPG and petroleum shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, causing fears of a major LPG shortage in India.
- Restaurants in cities such as Chennai, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad warn of shutdowns within days if LPG refills are not secured, affecting gig workers, hotels, and food supply.
- India relies heavily on LPG imports from West Asia, and commercial LPG supplies have dropped by nearly 75%, leading to soaring prices and sharp decreases in availability.
- The Indian government has invoked the Essential Commodities Act and formed a committee to ensure equitable LPG distribution, though concerns and unrest persist among restaurant owners and workers.
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International tensions have led to a shortage of LPG gas in Ayodhya, impacting the famous "Ram Rasoi" and the preparation of prasad at Hanumangarhi. However, the Aamava temple administration has resolved to continue serving devotees by operating the bhandara with alternative arrangements, such as electric cookers and coal.
Iran War Pushes Many Eateries Into Retro Mode: Wood, Coal Replacing LPG
The headlines have been about India's strategic petroleum reserves but the crunch over volatility in energy supply from the Middle East as a result of US-Israel's war on Iran is also being felt by a hospitality sector starved of LPG cylinders.
LPG shortage hits Hyderabad restaurants amid warning of possible shutdown
Hyderabad: Hyderabad’s hospitality sector has reported a sharp decline in the availability of commercial LPG cylinders, with several restaurants warning that the situation could lead to many temporarily shutting operations. With Israel and the US attacking Iran and the widening conflict in West Asia, coupled with the shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz, the situation has significantly disrupted LPG supply in India. Restaurant associations in Bengal…
Times of India
The Economic TimesIndian restaurants warn of shutdowns as Iran war makes LPG scarce
India's hospitality sector faces a severe cooking gas crisis. The Iran war has disrupted global energy supplies, leading to a shortage of LPG. Restaurants and hotels are warning of potential shutdowns. Authorities have formed a panel to address industry requests for fuel. Companies have increased LPG prices. Many establishments are struggling to secure sufficient gas supplies for their operations.
Restaurants And Hotels Likely To Shutdown Amid LPG Supply Crunch Due To Iran War
The Iran war is disrupting India’s LPG supply, leading to higher prices and shortages of commercial cylinders in several states. Restaurants warn of operational disruptions as imports through the Strait of Hormuz slow.
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