# India LPG supply, pricing, and energy diversification > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/india-tackles-lpg-distribution-challenges-with-antihoarding-raids-and-otp-fraud-warnings > Updated: 2026-08-16T05:38:55.000Z. Sources: 159. Developments: 65. By August 2026, India continued its efforts to diversify energy sources and bolster domestic supply. On 1 August, the government introduced a price reduction for 5-kg LPG cylinders under the Free Trade LPG (FTL) scheme, setting the price at ₹762. This makes the mini-cylinder ₹180 cheaper than the standard 14.2-kg domestic cylinder, which remains priced at ₹942 in Delhi. This move comes as overall LPG consumption has fallen 17.4% due to a household shift toward piped natural gas. To mitigate geopolitical and maritime transit risks, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas confirmed that LNG sourcing has expanded from six to 15 countries, while crude oil sourcing has grown from 27 to 41 countries. To further enhance energy security, the government has established maximum LPG production targets for 21 refineries and upstream companies. These targets, which include 18,000 tonnes per day for Reliance Industries’ Jamnagar refinery, aim to leverage a combined potential of 63,810 tonnes per day during supply constraints. This is critical given that in the 2025-26 financial year, imports accounted for 21.3 million tonnes of the 33.2 million tonnes consumed daily. Efforts to increase strategic petroleum storage are also underway. Indian Strategic Petroleum Reserve Limited has established facilities in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka with a 5.33 million metric tonne capacity, while the Oil and Natural Gas Corporation is developing an additional 1.75 million metric tonne facility in Karnataka. ## Claims - Oil marketing companies will announce LPG cylinder prices on 1 August 2026, and a price revision may occur. (disputed by 4 sources) - The total potential LPG production capacity under the new framework is set at 63,810 tonnes per day. (corroborated by 7 sources) - The Petroleum and Natural Gas Ministry has established a permanent framework for LPG production targets. (corroborated by 7 sources) - The new production capacity covers approximately 70 percent of India's daily LPG consumption. (corroborated by 6 sources) - The framework mandates 21 refineries and upstream companies to increase production during supply shortages. (corroborated by 6 sources) - During a previous crisis, domestic LPG production was increased to approximately 55,000 tonnes per day. (corroborated by 6 sources) - The subsidy limit under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana was reduced to four LPG cylinders per household per year starting 1 August 2026. (corroborated by 5 sources) - The deadline for completing Aadhaar‑linked e‑KYC for LPG consumers is August 16, 2026. (corroborated by 5 sources) - India consumes approximately 33.2 million tonnes of LPG annually. (corroborated by 5 sources) - Domestic production accounts for 13.1 million tonnes of the annual LPG consumption. (corroborated by 5 sources) - More than 64 percent of India's LPG requirements are met through imports. (corroborated by 5 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-16: India sets LPG production targets for refineries to boost energy security India has established a permanent framework setting LPG production targets for 21 refineries and upstream companies to enhance energy security and mitigate import disruptions from the Strait of Hormuz. 23 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-sets-lpg-production-targets-for-21-refineries-to-boost-energy-security ### 2026-08-10: India expands LNG and crude oil sourcing to mitigate supply risks India has increased its LNG sourcing from six to 15 countries and expanded crude oil sourcing to 41 nations to enhance energy security against geopolitical and maritime supply risks. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-expands-lng-and-crude-oil-sourcing-to-mitigate-supply-risks ### 2026-08-08: India's 5‑kg LPG cylinder price cut offers Rs 180 discount India cut the price of 5‑kg LPG cylinders to Rs 762, Rs 180 below the standard domestic price, with home delivery in eight cities; overall LPG consumption is down as the country seeks to diversify imports. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-5kg-lpg-cylinder-price-cut-offers-rs-180-discount ### 2026-08-07: India's fuel supply stays stable despite global disruptions, minister says India's fuel network of 107,000 outlets stayed resilient during global disruptions, with diversified sourcing, increased LPG production and strategic reserves preventing shortages, minister Hardeep Singh Puri s 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-fuel-supply-stays-stable-despite-global-disruptions-minister-says ### 2026-08-07: United States Supplies 67% of India's LPG Imports The United States now provides roughly 67% of India’s LPG imports, up from an intended 10%, a shift driven by energy‑security concerns amid global conflicts, said minister Hardeep Singh Puri. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/united-states-supplies-67-of-indias-lpg-imports ### 2026-07-30: India's LPG Subsidy Limit and Price Rules Take Effect on Aug 1 On 1 Aug 2026 India cuts the Ujjwala LPG subsidy to four cylinders, imposes lock‑in, OTP and e‑KYC rules, keeps PNG shift policy, and announces commercial cylinder price cuts; oil firms will set new rates and a 15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-lpg-price-subsidy-and-delivery-rules-change-on-august-1 ### 2026-07-28: India Increases US LPG Imports as West Asia Crisis Hits Supply India has sharply raised US LPG imports, now supplying up to half of its total LPG needs after West Asia supply disruptions, with a 2.2 MTPA contract for 2026 and plans to source a quarter of future imports in 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-increases-us-lpg-imports-as-west-asia-crisis-hits-supply ### 2026-07-25: Indian Oil launches 10 kg composite LPG cylinder as Kerala restaurants struggle with fuel price surge Indian Oil launched a 10 kg composite LPG cylinder with rapid delivery, while Kerala restaurants face severe strain from rising LPG prices. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-oil-launches-10-kg-composite-lpg-cylinder-as-kerala-restaurants-struggle-with-fuel-price-surg ### 2026-07-21: India Leads Global Long‑Term LNG Purchases in 2025 India became the top long‑term LNG buyer in 2025, signing 8.4 MTPA contracts and expanding regasification capacity to 52.5 MTPA amid a booming global market and Middle‑East supply tensions. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-leads-global-longterm-lng-purchases-in-2025 ### 2026-07-20: India LPG Prices Hold Steady for Domestic Cylinders in July India's July 2024 LPG prices stay unchanged for domestic 14 kg cylinders, while commercial rates see modest adjustments in key cities. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-lpg-prices-hold-steady-for-domestic-cylinders-in-july ### 2026-07-19: BPCL launches Bharatgas Lite ZIP premium LPG service, targets 100 cities by Aug 2026 BPCL launched Bharatgas Lite ZIP, a premium LPG service with instant connection, express delivery and a lightweight composite cylinder, expanding from Mumbai to 100 cities across 24 states by 15 Aug 2026. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bpcl-rolls-out-bharatgas-lite-zip-aiming-for-100-cities-by-aug-2026 ### 2026-07-19: India Advances First LNG Power Plant in Andaman Islands India moves ahead with its first 55 MW LNG‑based power plant on the Andaman Islands, with IOCL supplying gas to NTPC’s project and environmental clearance processes now underway. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-moves-ahead-with-first-lng-power-plant-in-andaman-islands ### 2026-07-13: India's Energy Supply Remains Secure Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions India says its diversified imports, strategic reserves and sufficient crude, LNG and LPG stocks keep energy supply secure despite rising West Asian tensions and higher oil prices. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-energy-supply-remains-secure-amid-rising-geopolitical-tensions ### 2026-07-10: India LPG Prices Remain Unchanged in July Domestic and commercial LPG cylinder prices stayed steady across Indian cities on July 10, 2026, despite regional security concerns. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-lpg-prices-remain-unchanged-in-july ### 2026-07-08: India Pursues Oil and Gas Investment Projects in Indonesia India seeks to expand oil and gas investments in Indonesia, confirmed by Energy Minister Bahlil Lahadalia as part of a strategic partnership. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-pursues-oil-and-gas-investment-projects-in-indonesia ### 2026-07-06: India expands domestic oil exploration to cut import dependence India is launching a $10 bn deep‑water oil exploration program covering 250,000 sq km to cut reliance on imports after Gulf supply disruptions. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-expands-domestic-oil-exploration-to-cut-import-dependence ### 2026-07-05: India Ends Emergency Gas Curbs After LNG Shipments Resume Through Hormuz India has ended emergency gas curbs after LNG shipments resumed via the Strait of Hormuz, restoring full gas supply to households, industry and fertilizer plants and lifting related LPG and diesel measures. 16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-ends-emergency-gas-supply-curbs-as-middle-east-tensions-subside ### 2026-07-04: India's LPG Prices Hold Steady as Government Plans to Double U.S. Imports India’s domestic LPG rates stay unchanged, commercial prices drop by ₹183.50, while the government eyes doubling U.S. LPG imports to cut Gulf dependence after supply disruptions. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-lpg-cylinder-rates-remain-unchanged-amid-global-oil-price-dip ### 2026-07-03: India Keeps Fuel Supplies Flowing Amid Global Disruptions, Denies Direct Gasoline Exports to Russia India’s petroleum minister says domestic fuel supplies stayed uninterrupted despite Strait of Hormuz disruptions and denies direct gasoline exports to Russia, noting India’s role as a major global refiner. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-keeps-fuel-supplies-flowing-amid-global-disruptions-denies-direct-gasoline-exports-to-russia ### 2026-07-03: United States remains India's top LPG supplier in June The United States stayed India's largest LPG supplier in June, providing 773,780 metric tonnes—a 19.4% rise—while India broadens sources amid West Asia tensions. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/united-states-remains-indias-top-lpg-supplier-in-june ### 2026-07-01: India cuts commercial LPG cylinder price by Rs 183.50, 19‑kg cylinders now Rs 2,930 India’s oil firms cut 19‑kg commercial LPG cylinder prices by Rs 183.50 on 1 July 2026, to Rs 2,930 in Delhi, while domestic LPG stays at Rs 942. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-reduces-commercial-lpg-cylinder-price-by-rs-18350 ### 2026-06-30: India averts fuel crisis with diversified imports and swift diplomacy, former IOCL chair says Former IOCL chair says India’s strategic diversification and diplomatic action prevented a fuel crisis amid Hormuz tensions, limiting price hikes and maintaining LPG supply. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-averts-fuel-crisis-with-diversified-imports-and-swift-diplomacy-former-iocl-chair-says ### 2026-06-30: India's commercial LPG cylinder prices cut by up to Rs 183.5 amid broader fuel‑price relief India’s OMCs cut commercial LPG cylinder prices by up to Rs 183.5 per cylinder and Nayara Energy lowered petrol by Rs 5/L and diesel by Rs 3/L nationwide, reflecting easing global oil prices. 22 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-requires-lpg-surrender-for-households-switching-to-piped-natural-gas ### 2026-06-29: India LPG Cylinder Prices Adjusted on July 1 Amid Wider Policy Changes On July 1 2026 India kept domestic LPG cylinder prices steady, cut commercial 19 kg rates to about ₹2,930, and rolled out wider policy changes to passport fees, Aadhaar, rail fines, credit cards and vehicle‑buy 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-lpg-cylinder-prices-adjusted-on-july-1-amid-wider-policy-changes ### 2026-06-29: India’s state‑run oil firms keep fuel flowing amid Hormuz disruption India’s state‑run oil firms kept fuel supplies steady and limited price hikes during the Hormuz crisis, showcasing enhanced energy resilience despite heavy crude import dependence. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-staterun-oil-firms-keep-fuel-flowing-amid-hormuz-disruption ### 2026-06-26: India restores commercial LPG supply after West Asia tension eases India lifts bans on commercial LPG, restores bulk deliveries and ends booking limits for 19 kg cylinders as West Asian tensions ease, while keeping household supply priority. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-restores-commercial-lpg-supply-after-west-asia-tension-eases ### 2026-06-26: India lifts commercial LPG restrictions as West Asia supply improves India ends commercial LPG restrictions, restoring supplies to pre‑crisis levels after U.S.–Iran talks improve West Asia fuel flows, relieving price pressures on businesses. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-lifts-commercial-lpg-restrictions-as-west-asia-supply-improves ### 2026-06-25: India restores full LPG supply for commercial and industrial users India lifts all sector restrictions on packed LPG, restoring commercial supply and resuming bulk imports at 50% of pre‑crisis levels, while domestic household supply remains unchanged. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-restores-full-lpg-supply-for-commercial-and-industrial-users ### 2026-06-25: India lifts all commercial LPG restrictions, restores supplies to pre‑crisis levels India has lifted all commercial LPG restrictions, restoring supplies to pre‑crisis levels and easing bulk limits to 50 % as West Asia tensions ease. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-restores-commercial-lpg-supplies-to-precrisis-levels ### 2026-06-25: India's LPG customers face misinformation over June 30 cutoff as PNG push clarified India refutes social‑media rumors that all LPG connections will end after 30 June 2026, explaining PNG promotion and a no‑dual‑connection rule while LPG remains where PNG isn’t available. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-lpg-customers-face-misinformation-over-june-30-cutoff-as-png-push-clarified ### 2026-06-21: India LPG cylinder prices stay steady as subsidies offset cost rise India's LPG cylinder prices remained unchanged, with household cylinders at ₹942 and commercial cylinders around ₹3,100; PMUY subsidies lower the effective cost for beneficiaries to ₹642. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-lpg-cylinder-prices-stay-steady-as-subsidies-offset-cost-rise ### 2026-06-20: India's LPG-to-PNG Transition Deadline Ends, Triggering Supply Cuts for Millions India's new gas rule forces households to swap LPG for PNG by June 22, 2026, or face automatic LPG supply cuts; vouchers help migrants, and digital checks tighten delivery. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-lpg-to-png-transition-deadline-ends-triggering-supply-cuts-for-millions ### 2026-06-19: India ramps up Russian and UAE oil imports as Hormuz reopens India lifted June oil imports from Russia to 2.66 m bpd and kept UAE shipments near record, while expanding LPG sources amid Hormuz reopening, causing high costs and ₹22 000 cr loss for state oil marketers. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-expands-lpg-imports-and-ramps-up-domestic-supply-as-west-asia-conflict-disrupts-shipments ### 2026-06-17: India’s 10‑Day Oil Reserve Buffer Highlights Hormuz Supply Risk India’s strategic oil reserves cover just 10 days of imports, leaving the country exposed to Strait of Hormuz disruptions and urging rapid expansion of storage and diversification of supplies. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-10day-oil-reserve-buffer-highlights-hormuz-supply-risk ### 2026-06-17: India's Strategic Petroleum Reserve Covers Only 9‑10 Days of Crude Imports, Report Shows India's strategic petroleum reserve holds only 9‑10 days of crude imports, far less than peers, raising supply‑risk concerns, says a CEEW report. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-strategic-petroleum-reserve-covers-only-910-days-of-crude-imports-report-shows ### 2026-06-17: India LPG Cylinder Prices Hold Steady on June 18 India’s oil firms kept June 18 LPG cylinder rates unchanged after early‑June hikes of about ₹29 for household and commercial cylinders; consumers should check city rates via Indane, Bharat Gas or HP Gas. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-lpg-cylinder-prices-hold-steady-on-june-18 ### 2026-06-17: India's oil reserves cover just 9‑10 days as global crude prices slide below $80 India’s strategic oil reserves cover just 9‑10 days, raising security concerns, while global crude prices fell below $80 a barrel, potentially easing India’s import bill. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-oil-reserves-cover-just-910-days-as-global-crude-prices-slide-below-80 ### 2026-06-13: India says oil, gas and LPG supplies comfortable amid global market monitoring India’s oil, gas and LPG stocks cover over 60 days and fuel prices fell 3% despite global hikes; the government will review prices based on global crude stability. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-says-oil-gas-and-lpg-supplies-comfortable-amid-global-market-monitoring ### 2026-06-12: India’s LNG Imports Pivot to U.S. as Middle East Tensions Disrupt Fuel Supplies Middle East conflict drives India to source over 40% of its LNG and 60% of LPG from the U.S., while Union Minister Kiren Rijiju lauds Omar Abdullah for India’s steady fuel supply. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-lng-imports-pivot-to-us-as-middle-east-tensions-disrupt-fuel-supplies ### 2026-06-10: India lifts LPG cylinder rates while cutting excise on high‑ethanol petrol India raised LPG cylinder prices in June due to global oil spikes, while waiving excise duty on 22‑30% ethanol‑blended petrol to promote future fuel cost savings. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-lifts-lpg-cylinder-rates-while-cutting-excise-on-highethanol-petrol ### 2026-06-09: India lifts LPG cylinder price as global energy costs rise India raised the 14.2‑kg LPG cylinder price to ₹942, citing a surge in global fuel costs that have pushed delivery costs above ₹1,600 and prompting changes to Ujjwala subsidies. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-lifts-lpg-cylinder-price-as-global-energy-costs-rise ### 2026-06-09: India raises domestic LPG cylinder price by ₹29 amid West Asia crisis India’s state‑owned oil firms lifted domestic LPG cylinder prices by ₹29 to ₹942 in Delhi on June 7, 2026, citing a 46% rise in Saudi benchmark prices linked to the West Asia crisis. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-raises-domestic-lpg-cylinder-price-by-29-amid-west-asia-crisis ### 2026-06-09: India limits PM Ujjwala Yojana LPG subsidy to four cylinders annually India's government has cut the annual LPG subsidy under the PM Ujjwala Yojana from nine to four cylinders, keeping the ₹300 per‑cylinder benefit amid soaring global LPG prices and large fiscal losses for oil‑c­ 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-limits-pm-ujjwala-yojana-lpg-subsidy-to-four-cylinders-annually ### 2026-06-08: India cuts annual subsidised LPG cylinder refills under PM Ujjwala Yojana to four India reduced annual subsidised LPG cylinder refills under the PM Ujjwala Yojana from nine to four, keeping a ₹300 subsidy per cylinder for the first four fills; opposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge condemned – 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-cuts-annual-subsidised-lpg-cylinder-refills-under-pm-ujjwala-yojana-to-four ### 2026-06-08: India cuts Ujjwala LPG subsidy to four cylinders per year India reduces PM Ujjwala LPG subsidy from nine to four cylinders annually, keeping a ₹300 subsidy per cylinder for the first four refills amid rising global fuel costs. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-cuts-ujjwala-lpg-subsidy-to-four-cylinders-per-year ### 2026-06-08: India raises LPG, petrol and diesel prices amid global oil surge India raised LPG cylinder price to 942 rupees and lifted petrol and diesel rates in major cities, citing higher crude prices, Middle‑East conflict, taxes and a weak rupee. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-raises-lpg-petrol-and-diesel-prices-amid-global-oil-surge ### 2026-06-07: India raises domestic LPG price amid West Asia conflict India raised LPG cylinder price by Rs 29 to Rs 942, the second hike in three months, as the West Asia conflict drives up global fuel costs while oil firms absorb losses on petrol, diesel and CNG. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-raises-domestic-lpg-price-amid-west-asia-conflict ### 2026-06-07: Kerala opposition leader Pinarayi Vijayan condemns LPG price rise Kerala opposition leader Pinarayi Vijayan called the recent domestic LPG price rise 'anti‑people', urging the Centre to reverse the Rs 29 hike that lifted 14.2 kg cylinders to Rs 951, and demanding relief for h 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kerala-opposition-leader-pinarayi-vijayan-condemns-lpg-price-rise ### 2026-06-07: India LPG price hike draws criticism from opposition MP India raises domestic LPG prices by Rs 29 per cylinder; AAP MP Sanjay Singh condemns the hike as a burden and criticises the government's focus, while RLD backs the PM and the ministry stresses prices remain低. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-lpg-price-hike-draws-criticism-from-opposition-mp ### 2026-06-07: India raises LPG cylinder price but claims it remains cheapest worldwide India lifted LPG cylinder prices by ₹29 to ₹942 in Delhi, saying OMCs lose ~₹700 per cylinder but subsidies keep it the cheapest globally, cheaper than Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, the US, and others. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-raises-lpg-cylinder-price-but-claims-it-remains-cheapest-worldwide ### 2026-06-07: India hikes domestic LPG cylinder price by 29 rupees India raised the 14.2 kg domestic LPG cylinder price by ₹29, from ₹913 to ₹942 in Delhi, marking a second hike in three months amid rising global fuel costs and pressures on oil firms. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-hikes-domestic-lpg-cylinder-price-by-29-rupees ### 2026-06-07: India LPG cylinder price jumps to 942 rupees amid West Asia crisis India raised the price of a domestic LPG cylinder to 942 rupees, citing West Asia‑driven global energy cost spikes; the government approved 30,000 crore rupees compensation and continued subsidies amid rising r 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-hikes-lpg-cylinder-price-fuel-rates-rise-across-major-cities ### 2026-06-06: India raises domestic LPG cylinder price by Rs 29 amid global energy costs India raised the price of a 14.2‑kg domestic LPG cylinder by ₹29 to ₹942, the second hike in three months, citing higher global energy costs; subsidies keep prices among the world’s cheapest. 44 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-raises-domestic-lpg-cylinder-price-by-rs-29-amid-global-energy-surge ### 2026-06-06: India lifts domestic LPG cylinder price to ₹942 as fuel costs surge India raised domestic LPG cylinder prices to ₹942 in Delhi and up to ₹1,040 in Patna, with commercial cylinders also higher, amid rising global propane costs and supply costs around ₹1,200 per cylinder. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-lifts-domestic-lpg-cylinder-price-to-942-as-fuel-costs-surge ### 2026-06-05: India raises domestic LPG cylinder price by Rs 29 per unit India hikes domestic LPG cylinder price by ₹29 to ₹942 per unit on June 7, 2026, the second rise in three months, amid broader fuel price hikes and global energy cost pressures. 16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-lpg-cylinder-prices-rise-in-june-2024 ### 2026-06-01: India Launches New June 1 Rules on LPG Prices, UPI Payments and Fuel Taxes India’s June 1, 2026 rules revise LPG prices, require PAN‑Aadhaar linking, display UPI payee names, adjust ATM fees, cut fuel export duties and add new fuel taxes. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-launches-new-june-1-rules-on-lpg-prices-upi-payments-and-fuel-taxes ### 2026-06-01: India LPG price hike strains hotels and consumers India hikes LPG cylinder prices from June 1, raising 5 kg cylinders to ₹821.50 and commercial cylinders by up to ₹46, straining hotels in Delhi, Kolkata and Bengaluru. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-lpg-price-hike-strains-hotels-and-consumers ### 2026-05-31: India hikes commercial LPG cylinder prices by up to ₹42 India raised commercial LPG cylinder prices on June 1, adding ₹42 in Delhi (₹3,113.50) and ₹53.50 in Kolkata, with a ₹11 rise for 5‑kg cylinders; domestic rates stay unchanged. 15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-lifts-commercial-lpg-cylinder-prices-amid-global-energy-crunch ### 2026-05-27: India assures stable fuel and LPG supplies, urges public to avoid panic buying India's defence minister confirmed normal petrol, diesel and LPG supplies, urged people to avoid panic buying, and announced LPG regulation changes to aid PNG users amid West Asia tensions. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-assures-stable-fuel-and-lpg-supplies-urges-public-to-avoid-panic-buying ### 2026-05-25: India eases LPG rules for households switching to piped natural gas India’s government now lets households with both LPG and piped natural gas either cancel LPG within 30 days or obtain a voucher to reactivate it later, easing pressure on frequent movers amid rising fuel costs. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-eases-lpg-rules-for-households-switching-to-piped-natural-gas ### 2026-05-25: India Increases LPG Cylinder Deliveries, Surpassing Bookings Amid Supply Push India delivered 1.72 crore LPG cylinders in four days, outpacing 1.66 crore bookings, cutting backlogs and boosting digital bookings. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-increases-lpg-cylinder-deliveries-surpassing-bookings-amid-supply-push ### 2026-05-21: India reports 58,500 LPG connections surrendered as fuel stocks remain adequate India says over 58,500 LPG connections surrendered, fuel stocks are sufficient, and Indian seafarers in the Gulf are safe. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-reports-58500-lpg-connections-surrendered-as-fuel-stocks-remain-adequate ### 2026-05-18: India's LPG shortage fuels California gasoline price surge India’s LPG crunch, caused by Middle East oil disruptions, cuts alkylate exports and pushes California gasoline prices above $6 per gallon. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-lpg-shortage-fuels-california-gasoline-price-surge ### 2026-05-11: Indian oil firms and Odisha police warn of OTP scams targeting LPG deliveries and census services HPCL, IOCL, BPCL and Odisha police warn of OTP scams impersonating LPG delivery and census officials; don’t share codes. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-oil-firms-and-odisha-police-warn-of-otp-scams-targeting-lpg-deliveries-and-census-services ### 2026-05-04: India Cracks Down on LPG Hoarding as Supplies Remain Stable India conducts 1,900 raids, penalizes LPG distributors and keeps domestic gas supply stable amid West Asia tensions. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-cracks-down-on-lpg-hoarding-as-supplies-remain-stable --- Cite as: India LPG supply, pricing, and energy diversification. 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