LPG supply stays normal: 1.49 crore cylinders delivered in 3 days amid Middle East crisis
Synopsis
Even as the Middle East conflict disrupts global energy supply chains, India has delivered more LPG cylinders than were booked in just three days — with zero dry-outs. The government has paired supply assurances with a ₹10-per-litre excise cut and a crackdown that has suspended 461 fuel retail outlets, signalling both a supply buffer and a zero-tolerance stance on profiteering.
Key Takeaways
1.49 crore LPG cylinders delivered in three days against bookings of 1.40 crore , with no dry-outs at any distributorship.
Online LPG bookings at 99% ; DAC-based deliveries at 96% to curb diversion.
12.54 lakh PNG connections created or under way since March 2025 ; 9.44 lakh new registrations pending.
Government cuts excise duty on petrol and diesel by ₹10 per litre to offset Middle East-driven crude price surge.
Penalties imposed on 19 LPG distributorships and 14 retail outlets ; 461 outlets suspended for market discipline violations.
Citizens advised against panic buying; all refineries operating at high capacity with adequate crude inventories.
Despite supply chain disruptions triggered by the Middle East conflict, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas confirmed on 11 June that approximately 1.49 crore domestic LPG cylinders were delivered across India in the last three days — exceeding bookings of around 1.40 crore cylinders. The update signals that cooking gas supply for households remains stable nationwide.
No Dry-Outs, High Digital Adoption
The ministry's statement confirmed that no dry-outs have been reported at any LPG distributorship across the country. Online LPG cylinder bookings have climbed to approximately 99 per cent, while Delivery Authentication Code (DAC)-based deliveries — designed to prevent diversion at the distributor level — have risen to about 96 per cent. The DAC is sent to the consumer's registered mobile number at the time of delivery.
PNG Expansion Accelerates
Around 9.42 lakh Piped Natural Gas (PNG) connections have been gasified since March 2025, with infrastructure readied for an additional 3.12 lakh connections, bringing the total to 12.54 lakh connections. A further 9.44 lakh customers have registered for new PNG connections. The Centre has urged states and Union Territories to actively encourage LPG consumers to migrate to PNG wherever network availability exists.
Petrol and Diesel Stocks Adequate; Excise Cut Announced
Sufficient stocks of petrol and diesel are available at retail outlets across the country, though unusually high sales and heavy crowding have been observed at certain pumps. The Middle East crisis has driven an abnormal rise in crude oil prices; in response, the Government of India has reduced excise duty on petrol and diesel by ₹10 per litre to shield consumers from the price surge.
Crackdown on Hoarding and Black Marketing
Oil public sector undertakings are conducting surprise inspections to check hoarding and black marketing in petroleum products. In the last three days, penalties have been imposed on 19 LPG distributorships for indiscipline, 14 retail outlets have been penalised, and 461 retail outlets have been placed under suspension for violating market discipline guidelines.
Government Advisory to Citizens
Citizens have been advised to avoid panic purchases of petrol, diesel, and LPG, and to rely on official sources rather than rumours. LPG consumers are specifically requested to use digital booking platforms and avoid visiting distributors in person. All refineries are currently operating at high capacity with adequate crude inventories, and local LPG production from refineries has been increased to support domestic consumption.
Point of View
But the real stress test is still ahead — crude prices remain elevated and the Middle East situation is unresolved. The ₹10-per-litre excise cut is a direct fiscal concession that will cost the exchequer, and its sustainability depends on how long the conflict drags on. The 461 retail outlet suspensions suggest panic-buying pressure is real on the ground, even if the headline supply numbers look comfortable. The push toward PNG is structurally sound, but migration at scale requires state governments to act — and their track record on energy transition timelines has been uneven.
NationPress
27 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Is LPG supply normal in India despite the Middle East conflict?
Yes, according to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, LPG supply remains normal across India. About 1.49 crore cylinders were delivered in three days against bookings of 1.40 crore, and no dry-outs have been reported at any distributorship.
Has the government reduced petrol and diesel prices amid the Middle East crisis?
The Government of India has reduced excise duty on petrol and diesel by ₹10 per litre to protect consumers from the abnormal rise in crude prices caused by the Middle East conflict. This is a direct fiscal intervention to keep retail fuel prices in check.
What action is being taken against hoarding and black marketing of fuel?
Oil PSUs are conducting surprise inspections nationwide. In the last three days, penalties have been imposed on 19 LPG distributorships and 14 retail outlets, while 461 retail outlets have been suspended for violating market discipline guidelines.
What is a Delivery Authentication Code (DAC) and why does it matter?
A DAC is a one-time code sent to the LPG consumer's registered mobile number that must be shared with the delivery person to authenticate receipt of the cylinder. DAC-based deliveries have reached 96%, significantly reducing the risk of diversion at the distributor level.
How is India expanding piped natural gas (PNG) to reduce LPG dependence?
Since March 2025, around 9.42 lakh PNG connections have been gasified and infrastructure has been created for an additional 3.12 lakh, totalling 12.54 lakh connections. A further 9.44 lakh customers have registered for new PNG connections, and the Centre is urging states and UTs to accelerate migration in network-ready areas.
