As the West Asia conflict chokes imports, the Indian government has invoked emergency laws to prioritise household gas, leading to commercial shortages, a 25-day refill rule and a nationwide scramble for electric induction stoves as restaurants face potential closures
A sudden shortage of commercial LPG (cooking gas) has hit India’s major cities, forcing restaurants to shut down and consumers to scramble for electric induction stoves. The crisis is a direct fallout of the escalating conflict in the Middle East involving the US, Israel and Iran. Here is everything you need to know about why your favourite eatery might be closed and how the government is trying to keep your home kitchen running.
The big picture: What’s happening?
India is currently facing a squeeze on LPG and natural gas supplies. While you might still have gas at home, businesses like hotels and restaurants are reporting a massive shortage.
To manage the crisis, the government has stepped in with emergency laws to prioritise households over businesses. This has led to:
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