LPG supply is facing challenges due to the current geopolitical situation, with the government confirming that deliveries to domestic households are being given top priority. Online bookings for LPG cylinders have surged to 99%, prompting a focus on ensuring timely deliveries. To prevent diversion, delivery authentication code (DAC) based deliveries have increased to approximately 92%, with DACs sent to consumers’ registered mobile numbers.
Many LPG distributorships worked on Sunday to guarantee the delivery of cylinders to homes, as stated by the Petroleum Ministry. Commercial LPG allocation has been raised to around 70% of pre-crisis levels, including a 10% reform-linked allocation. Since March 23, 2026, over 18.45 lakh 5-kg free trade LPG cylinders have been sold, indicating a significant demand.
A committee comprising Executive Directors from IOCL, HPCL, and BPCL is collaborating with State authorities and industry bodies to strategize commercial LPG distribution. The ministry reported that over the last five days, an average of more than 7000 MT/day of commercial LPG has been sold. Auto LPG sales have transitioned from private to PSU OMCs, with a notable surge in demand observed in states like Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Rajasthan, and West Bengal.
Additionally, since March 2026, more than 4.93 lakh PNG connections have been gasified, and over 5.51 lakh customers have registered for new connections. Notably, about 39,200 PNG consumers have surrendered their LPG connections via the MYPNGD.in website by April 19. Refineries are operating at high capacity with ample crude inventories, ensuring sufficient stocks of petrol and diesel to meet demand. Domestic LPG production from refineries has been ramped up to support local consumption, according to an official statement.
