Commercial LPG restored to 70% of previous levels in Delhi with anti‑hoarding measures: Sirsa

Following the Centre’s directive on the LPG, the Delhi government has issued a modified allocation order, raising commercial LPG supply by an additional 20 per cent over the existing 50 per cent, restoring availability to 70 per cent of the previous levels (6,300 cylinders of 19 kg daily from the normal consumption of 9,000).

Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa assured that there was no need to panic over hoarding as ongoing monitoring of the situation confirmed smooth bookings and distribution debunking all the rumours of shortages. “There is absolutely no shortage; supplies are stable, thanks to proactive measures,” he added.

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After securing major allocations for hotels, restaurants, small eateries, food processing, dairies, and 5kg cylinders for migrant workers and students, the supply for labour-intensive industries like steel, automobile, textile (with dry cleaning), chemicals, plastics, sports facilities, glass, and pharma units, has been massively enhanced to 28.5 per cent (1,800 cylinders), especially where specialized heating cannot be substituted by PNG.

However, earlier restraint on OMC registration and PNG applications remain applicable except for these irreplaceable industrial uses.
Sirsa further said, “Delhi’s industries and eateries can now operate without disruption, this 70 per cent allocation is a direct result of coordinated efforts at the Centre and state level.”
Continuous monitoring shows no hoarding or panic, with booking details reflecting normal demand patterns across Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs), according to the minister.
“The Delhi government remains committed to fair distribution. Consumers are urged to book promptly and apply for PNG where feasible,” Sirsa said.