LPG crisis: Centre pushes states to fast-track switch to PNG amid Hormuz disruption

2026-03-18 - 07:40

Escalating Middle East tensions are impacting Indian households and businesses reliant on LPG imports. To counter supply disruptions, the government is urging a swift shift to Piped Natural Gas (PNG), fast-tracking approvals and waiving charges for pipeline infrastructure. This initiative aims to ease the strain on LPG supplies, with hospitality and industrial sectors already facing significant challenges.