The Centre has issued a new directive mandating households to switch from LPG cylinders to piped natural gas (PNG) where the facility is available, setting a strict three-month deadline.
Under the order by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, LPG supply will be discontinued if consumers fail to opt for PNG within three months of being notified by the authorised gas provider.
The move aims to ease pressure on LPG supplies, which have been affected by global disruptions, especially due to tensions in West Asia.
However, the rule includes an exception, LPG supply will continue in areas where PNG connections are not technically feasible, subject to a no-objection certificate from authorities.
The policy is also designed to accelerate the expansion of gas pipeline infrastructure and promote a long-term shift toward more reliable and efficient energy sources for households.
