March 10, 2026 : Amid global geopolitical disruptions affecting fuel supply, the Government has directed oil refineries to increase the production of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) and divert the additional output for domestic consumption.

The move aims to ensure uninterrupted LPG supply to households at a time when international supply chains are under pressure and availability of LPG is constrained.

In a post on social media, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said that domestic LPG supply has been given top priority. To prevent hoarding and black marketing, the Government has also introduced a 25-day inter-booking period for LPG cylinders.

The Ministry added that non-domestic LPG requirements are currently being met primarily through imported supplies. These supplies are being prioritised for essential sectors such as hospitals and educational institutions.

For other non-domestic users, including restaurants, hotels and industries, the Government has constituted a committee comprising three Executive Directors from Oil Marketing Companies. The committee will examine representations and review requests for LPG supply from these sectors.