THE JHARKHAND STORY DESK
New Delhi, March 23: India’s state-run oil marketing companies are considering a plan to ration household LPG supplies as disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz begin to impact domestic availability.
According to a report in The Economic Times, the proposal involves supplying LPG in standard cylinders with a reduced quantity of about 10 kg instead of the usual 14.2 kg, allowing existing stocks to be distributed among more households.
If implemented, cylinders will carry revised labels indicating the reduced quantity.
Plan Aims to Stretch Limited Supplies
An industry executive said the move is aimed at conserving fuel while ensuring continued access to refills for consumers. The situation has arisen due to slowing cargo movement through the Strait of Hormuz, a key energy corridor affected by ongoing tensions involving Iran.
India depends on imports for nearly 60% of its LPG requirement, making it vulnerable to such disruptions.
Sharp Decline in LPG Shipments
Recent supply data indicate a significant slowdown in LPG arrivals. No new cargoes are currently reported to be heading to Indian ports, and only a few vessels crossed the strait last week—bringing volumes sufficient for barely a day of national demand.
Several LPG carriers bound for India are also waiting in the Persian Gulf for clearance, further tightening supply conditions.