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LPG rules change May 1 with OTP delivery longer booking gap and possible PNG switch for homes
Economy
Published on 30 April 2026
Your LPG connection could shift if PNG is available
Starting May 1, India’s LPG distribution will tighten with mandatory OTP-based verification for cylinder delivery and longer booking intervals—25 days in urban areas and 45 in rural. The rollout aims to curb hoarding and streamline sales. In PNG-enabled areas, some households may lose LPG connections, while PMUY subsidy support will require completing Aadhaar eKYC.
- Mandatory OTP verification will be required for LPG delivery
- Booking timelines extend to 25 days urban and 45 rural
- Some PNG-enabled households may lose LPG connections
- PMUY beneficiaries must complete Aadhaar eKYC to keep subsidies
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