Former sarpanch dies waiting 4 hours for LPG in 41°C heat in Maharashtra

2026-03-29 - 03:00

A former sarpanch died while waiting for an LPG cylinder in Akola's sweltering heat. Shankarrao Sirsat collapsed after hours in the queue. The incident has sparked anger and questions about the administration's preparedness for essential supply. Citizens are demanding regular LPG availability. Political leaders have criticized the government's arrangements.