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Indore Halts Commercial LPG, New Connections Amid Supply Crunch

The Indore district administration has temporarily suspended the supply of commercial LPG cylinders and halted the issuance of new domestic connections to prioritize household supply amid nationwide constraints. Officials have made 5-kg Free Trade LPG cylinders available for families without a connection or facing immediate shortages as an emergency relief measure. While new connection processes are paused for a month, gas agencies continue to accept and process KYC applications for future issuance. The administration has appealed for judicious use and cooperation from the public to help balance the supply system during this temporary period.

Key Points: Indore Suspends Commercial LPG Cylinders, New Connections

  • Commercial LPG supply suspended
  • New connection issuance halted
  • 5-kg emergency cylinders available
  • KYC processing continues
  • Public urged to avoid hoarding
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LPG supply prioritised for domestic users; commercial cylinders, new connection suspended in Indore

Indore prioritizes domestic LPG supply, suspends commercial cylinders & new connections. 5-kg emergency cylinders available. Officials urge judicious use.

"We are closely monitoring the situation. The process for new connections will resume as soon as the overall supply position normalises. - M.L. Maru"

Indore, April 4

In view of the ongoing nationwide LPG supply constraints triggered by global geopolitical tensions, the Indore district administration, on Saturday, temporarily suspended the supply of commercial LPG cylinders to ensure uninterrupted availability for domestic households.

The decision aims to conserve existing stocks and channel them exclusively towards meeting the cooking needs of ordinary families.

This move aligns with similar measures taken across several states to safeguard domestic supply amid reduced imports and heightened demand.

Food Supply Officer and Indore District Supply Controller, M.L. Maru, clarified that while commercial supply has been halted, provisions have been made for emergency relief.

Families without a domestic LPG connection or those facing immediate shortage can now obtain a small five-kg FTL (Free Trade LPG) cylinder for temporary relief.

Maru also announced that all processes related to KYC verification and issuance of new LPG connections have been suspended for one month.

"We are closely monitoring the situation. The process for new connections will resume as soon as the overall supply position normalises," he said.

Notably, Subscription Vouchers (SVs) for new gas connections have not been issued on the portals of the three oil marketing companies -- Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) -- since the first week of March.

However, gas agencies continue to accept applications, and KYC formalities for applicants are being processed on the portals.

Maru assured that as soon as the oil companies resume issuing SVs, eligible consumers will be provided new connections, and they will be informed separately.

To ease inconvenience for the public, the administration has directed all LPG agencies and oil company officials to ensure immediate availability of 5-kg FTL cylinders.

Interested consumers can approach their nearest agency to avail this facility without delay.

The district administration has appealed to all consumers to use LPG judiciously and avoid hoarding.

"Judicious use and cooperation from the public will help maintain balance in the supply system," officials said.

This temporary arrangement is part of broader efforts by the state and Central governments to prioritise domestic cooking fuel needs during the current supply challenges.

The situation is being reviewed regularly, and normal services are expected to resume once supply chains stabilise.

Consumers facing difficulties have been advised to contact their local gas agency or the district supply control room for assistance.

- IANS

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Rohit P
What about the small dhabas and street food vendors? They run on commercial cylinders. Their livelihood is at stake. The government should have a better plan instead of just cutting supply. This "temporary" measure can ruin small businesses.
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Aman W
Good step. At least they are being transparent about the issue and providing an alternative with the 5-kg cylinders. We faced a similar situation last year and people started hoarding. Hope everyone cooperates this time and uses gas wisely.
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Sarah B
While I understand the need to prioritise, suspending new connections for a month is harsh for newlyweds or families who have just moved. The KYC is already processed but no SV? The system needs to be more efficient in crisis management.
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Vikram M
Global issues are affecting us here. It's a reminder that we need to be more self-reliant in energy. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳 Meanwhile, let's all do our bit and not book cylinders unless the blue light is on. No hoarding!
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Kavya N
My mother was worried about getting a refill next week. This announcement gives some clarity. We will manage with what we have and use the stove carefully. Hope other states also make such clear guidelines.

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