Now the waiting period for booking domestic LPG cylinder has been increased from 21 days to 25 days, which means that consumers will be able to book a new cylinder only after at least 25 days have passed since the delivery of the previous cylinder.

The effects of rising tensions in the Middle East are now being felt even in Indian kitchens. The ongoing war between Israel, the United States, and Iran has impacted energy supplies in the Gulf region. The Strait of Hormuz, a vital maritime trade route, has particularly strained LPG and global supplies. India imports a significant portion of its gas needs from countries like Qatar and Saudi Arabia, so the current situation is impacting the country's gas supply system. In response, the government and oil companies have implemented new regulations to balance LPG supplies. Domestic gas booking times have been extended, and the supply of commercial gas cylinders has been restricted and curtailed in some areas to prioritize domestic consumers.

Now, a new cylinder can only be booked after 25 days.

According to government reports, the minimum waiting period for booking a domestic LPG cylinder has been increased from 21 to 25 days. Consumers will only be able to book a new cylinder after at least 25 days have passed since the delivery of the previous cylinder. The purpose of implementing this rule is to prevent hoarding and black marketing. Oil companies have also tightened the delivery process. In many locations, OTP and biometric verification have been made mandatory during cylinder delivery to prevent misuse of gas.

Gas cylinder prices have also increased recently

The price of a 14.2 kg domestic cylinder has increased by approximately ₹60, while the price of a 19 kg commercial cylinder has increased by approximately ₹115. This is the second major increase in the past year. Previously, in April, the price of domestic cylinders was increased by approximately ₹50. However, the government maintains that despite this, the price of LPG in India remains lower than in neighboring countries like Sri Lanka and Pakistan. The disruption in

The supply of commercial cylinders

is impacting the commercial sector the most. In many states, the supply of commercial cylinders to restaurants, hotels, and small businesses has been reduced. Commercial gas availability has decreased in cities like Pune, Mumbai, and Nagpur. Reports indicate that the LPG-powered crematorium in Pune has been permanently shut down. Furthermore, the operations of thousands of restaurants and bars are expected to be affected. Meanwhile, Punjab has halted the dispatch of commercial and industrial gas cylinders since March 8th. Additionally, new supplies of commercial cylinders have been temporarily suspended in several cities in Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh.

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