Watch: LPG crisis in India: What’s the situation on ground?
- Posted on March 27, 2026
- By The Hindu
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Watch: LPG crisis in India: What’s the situation on ground?
As the West Asia conflict disrupts critical LPG imports through the Strait of Hormuz, India faces a growing energy challenge. While the government maintains a 30-day buffer and has increased domestic refinery output, ground reports show a 25-day booking gap and rising black-market prices. We explain the impact of the supply crunch on households, the "safe passage" of Indian tankers, and what lies ahead for India’s energy security.