India Mandates Transition from LPG to PNG Amid Supply Crisis

The Government of India has issued a directive mandating households and commercial establishments to switch from Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinders to Piped Natural Gas (PNG) where infrastructure is available. The order, notified on March 24, 2026, sets a 90-day deadline for compliance.

LPG distributors are legally bound to enforce the transition, and households refusing PNG adoption will lose LPG supply. Exceptions apply only in cases where PNG is technically infeasible, such as structurally unsuitable buildings or remote areas without pipeline connectivity.

India imports over 55% of its LPG requirements, making the domestic market highly vulnerable to geopolitical instability. The ongoing conflict in West Asia has disrupted supplies from major exporters, leading to shortages and price volatility.