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India Boosts LPG Production 31% Amid West Asia Tensions, Ensures Supply

The Indian government has increased domestic LPG production by approximately 31% to ensure an uninterrupted supply of cooking gas amid heightened tensions in West Asia. Officials from multiple ministries confirmed that refineries are operating at high capacity with adequate crude inventories, maintaining self-sufficiency in petrol and diesel. Despite a sharp spike in daily LPG bookings, there have been no reported dry-outs at distributorships, with supply prioritized for households and essential sectors. The government has also allowed alternative fuels in the NCR and intensified action against hoarding while confirming the safety of Indian seafarers in the region.

Key Points: India LPG Production Up 31%, Ensures Supply Amid Geopolitics

  • LPG production up 31%
  • No fuel dry-outs reported
  • Daily LPG bookings surge
  • Alternative fuels allowed in NCR
  • Seafarers safe, no new incidents
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Domestic LPG production up 31 pc as govt steps up supply measures amid West Asia tensions

India increases domestic LPG production by 31% to ensure uninterrupted cooking gas supply. Government reassures on fuel stocks and safety of Indian nationals.

"all refineries in the country are operating at high levels and maintaining adequate crude oil inventories - Petroleum Ministry officials"

New Delhi, March 14

The government on Saturday said that domestic LPG production has been increased by about 31 per cent as part of measures to ensure uninterrupted supply of cooking gas amid the evolving geopolitical situation in West Asia.

The update came during the fourth inter-ministerial media briefing, where officials from the Ministries of Petroleum and Natural Gas, External Affairs, Ports, Shipping and Waterways, and Information and Broadcasting shared updates on energy supplies, maritime operations and the safety of Indian nationals in the region.

Officials from the Petroleum Ministry said all refineries in the country are operating at high levels and maintaining adequate crude oil inventories.

India remains self-sufficient in the production of petrol and diesel and does not require imports to meet domestic demand, according to officials.

They also said there have been no cases of fuel dry-outs at petrol pumps across the country, urging consumers not to resort to panic buying as adequate stocks of petrol and diesel are available.

However, LPG demand has surged in recent days due to panic booking.

Moreover, officials said daily LPG bookings have increased sharply from an average of 55.7 lakh to about 88.8 lakh.

Despite the spike in demand, there have been no reported dry-outs at LPG distributorships so far.

The government has prioritised domestic LPG supply, especially for households and essential sectors such as hospitals and educational institutions.

Commercial LPG cylinders have also been placed at the disposal of state governments for priority distribution where required.

To ease pressure on LPG supplies, industries, hotels and restaurants in the National Capital Region have been temporarily allowed to use alternative fuels such as biomass pellets, coal or kerosene where natural gas is unavailable.

State governments have also intensified enforcement action to prevent hoarding and black marketing of LPG cylinders, with inspections and raids carried out in several states.

Meanwhile, the government also said that no new shipping incident involving Indian seafarers has been reported in the past 24 hours, adding that all Indian seafarers in the region are safe.

- IANS

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Sarah B
While the measures sound good on paper, the real test is delivery at the ground level. In my area last week, there was a 4-day delay for a refill. I hope these increased production numbers translate to faster deliveries and not just statements.
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Priyanka N
Panic booking is the real problem! The demand jump from 55 lakh to 88 lakh bookings daily is insane. People need to understand that hoarding creates artificial scarcity. Kudos to the states for conducting raids against black marketing. We all need to be responsible.
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Aman W
Allowing hotels in NCR to use alternatives like biomass is a smart, temporary fix. It takes pressure off the domestic supply chain. The focus should remain on households. Hope the prices remain stable despite the global tensions.
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Karthik V
Self-sufficiency in petrol and diesel is our biggest strength in such times. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳 The update on the safety of our seafarers is also a relief for many families. Overall, a well-coordinated response from different ministries.
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Michael C
Interesting read. The 31% production increase is a significant ramp-up. It shows the refining sector's capacity. The inter-ministerial briefing format seems efficient for communicating during a crisis. Hope the supply chain logistics can keep pace.

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