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Himachal CM Flags LPG Shortage for Hotels, Vows to Take Up With Centre

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu stated that hotels and restaurants in the state are experiencing a slight shortage of commercial LPG and that he will raise the issue with the central Petroleum Ministry. This follows similar actions by other states, including Karnataka, whose Chief Minister wrote to the Union Minister seeking adequate LPG allocation. The context includes the safe return of Indian LPG tankers amid regional tensions and ongoing naval operations to secure energy supplies. Concurrently, the central government is promoting a switch to Piped Natural Gas (PNG) for commercial users to diversify energy sources.

Key Points: Himachal CM Sukhu to Address Commercial LPG Shortage With Centre

  • CM Sukhu flags commercial LPG shortage
  • To take up issue with Petroleum Ministry
  • Karnataka CM also sought adequate supply
  • Indian LPG tankers safely return amid tensions
  • Govt pushing PNG adoption for commercial users
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"Slight shortage felt in commercial LPG in hotels, restaurants": Himachal CM Sukhu

Himachal CM Sukhu notes a slight commercial LPG shortage in hotels & restaurants, pledges to engage the Petroleum Ministry. Other states also coordinating.

"A slight shortage has been felt in commercial LPG in hotels and restaurants. - Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu"

Shimla, March 19

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Thursday said a slight shortage has been felt in commercial LPG in hotels and restaurants n the State, adding that he will talk to the Petroleum Ministry regarding the issue.

Addressing reporters here, Sukhu said the Petroleum Ministry comes under the central government, and he will take up the matter with them.

"A slight shortage has been felt in commercial LPG in hotels and restaurants. The Petroleum Ministry comes under the central government, and I will talk to them," Sukhu said.

Several state governments have been coordinating with the central government to address the shortage and ensure an adequate supply of LPG cylinders for both domestic and commercial use.

Earlier, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had also written to Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas of India, Hardeep Singh Puri, requesting him to ensure adequate allocation and availability of commercial LPG and Auto LPG to Karnataka.

Siddaramaiah's request came as two Indian vessels, 'Shivalik and Nanda Devi', arrived in Gujarat, carrying approximately 92,712 metric tonnes of LPG, crossed the Strait of Hormuz early on March 13.

Another Indian-flagged crude oil tanker, Jag Laadki, carrying approximately 80,886 metric tonnes (MT) of crude oil, also arrived in Gujarat yesterday, adding to the two LPG tankers that have safely returned to India.

India continues to maintain a consistent naval presence in these waters under "Operation Sankalp."

Meanwhile, amid ongoing tensions in West Asia and rising concerns over energy supply, India's Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has outlined a series of measures to accelerate the adoption of Piped Natural Gas (PNG) and expand city gas infrastructure across the country.

As part of the push, the government has encouraged consumers, particularly commercial LPG users in major cities and urban areas, to switch to PNG.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
Reading about the tankers arriving safely is a relief. Operation Sankalp is doing good work securing our energy supplies in risky waters. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳 But the government should also focus more on PNG like the article says. Long-term solution.
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Aman W
First Karnataka, now Himachal. This seems like a wider issue. The coordination between state and centre needs to be smoother. Why does every CM have to write a letter? Can't there be a proactive system?
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Sarah B
I run a small cafe in Manali. The LPG shortage, even if slight, creates huge uncertainty. Prices of cylinders go up, and we have to adjust menu prices, which customers don't like. Switching to PNG isn't feasible here yet. Hope for a quick resolution.
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Vikram M
The global situation is tense, so some disruptions are understandable. But we are a large economy and should have better buffers. The push for PNG infrastructure is the right way forward. Less dependency on cylinders.
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Kriti O
Respectfully, while I appreciate the CM's statement, calling it a "slight shortage" might downplay the problem for those affected. It would be better to share concrete data on the shortfall and the expected timeline for normalcy. Transparency helps manage panic.

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