Breaking Update: LPG Shortage Hits Students & Hotels Hard; Induction & Diesel Stoves See 40% Spike

Students in Patna are facing severe difficulties due to the ongoing LPG shortage, as small cylinders are either unavailable or being sold at exorbitant rates of ₹300–₹400 instead of the usual ₹90–₹100. Many students have been wandering for days trying to refill their cylinders, impacting daily cooking and studies. In response, some have resorted to using wood-fired stoves, highlighting the severity of the crisis. The shortage is not limited to student areas. In Varanasi, surging demand for induction cooktops has increased by 30–40% as households are forced to seek alternatives due to the lack of LPG cylinders. Similarly, Chandigarh is witnessing a surge in sales of induction cookers and diesel stoves as commercial gas supplies remain insufficient. Restaurants and hotels, especially in tourist-heavy regions like Shimla, are struggling to operate, with many reverting to older diesel stoves or repairing obsolete equipment. The crisis reflects a nationwide energy supply challenge worsened by increased domestic consumption and disruptions in supply chains. Both urban and rural populations are seeking alternatives, and businesses are grappling with operational setbacks. The situation underscores the urgent need for government intervention to stabilize LPG distribution, prevent price surges, and ensure households and businesses have access to reliable cooking fuel.

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