A government order has directed that LPG cylinder supply to households will be stopped after three months if consumers fail to switch to piped natural gas (PNG) in areas where it is available.
The move aims to speed up the expansion of the gas pipeline network and reduce dependence on a single fuel source. This comes amid supply disruptions in India caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia, which has affected LPG shipments from key sources.
Households and commercial establishments are being encouraged to adopt PNG, which is supplied continuously through pipelines directly to kitchen burners, eliminating the need for booking refills.
The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has issued the Natural Gas and Petroleum Products Distribution (Through Laying, Building, Operation and Expansion of Pipelines and Other Facilities) Order, 2026, to streamline pipeline infrastructure, simplify approvals, and promote the transition from LPG to PNG to strengthen energy security. (Agency)
