Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis echoed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call for responsible consumption as West Asia tensions disrupt oil and gas supplies and push prices higher. Fadnavis cautioned that improper fuel use could worsen shortages in India. Modi also urged citizens to cut edible oil consumption and shift toward natural farming to reduce pressure on imports.
Indian LPG consumers may face further pressure after West Asian conflicts already pushed domestic and commercial cylinder costs higher. From May 1, new rules are set to tighten booking and delivery processes, potentially affecting refill timelines. Separately, the push for piped natural gas could shift demand away from LPG in areas where PNG is available.
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