Claim
Recent reports, citing an unnamed official, claimed that India’s LPG supply could take up to four years to recover to pre-war levels due to disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz crisis.
Fact
The claim is misleading.
The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) has officially dismissed the report, stating that India’s LPG supply remains stable and resilient.
What the Government Said
According to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas:
- India has diversified its LPG import sources, including the US, Norway, Canada, Algeria, and Russia
- Around 800,000 metric tonnes of LPG cargo is already secured and on the way
- Domestic refineries have increased production to 50,000 MT per day, covering a large share of demand
Supply Situation Explained
India’s total daily LPG requirement is about 80,000 MT. The gap is being managed through:
- Increased domestic production
- Continuous imports
- Strong distribution infrastructure
The ministry also highlighted:
- 50 lakh cylinders delivered daily (March data)
- No supply shortages reported nationwide
- Delivery cycle remains stable at 5
Why the 4-Year Claim Is Misleading
- Based on unnamed sources, not official data
- Ignores India’s diversified energy strategy
- Overlooks ongoing imports and increased domestic production
- No disruption has been observed at the consumer level
Infrastructure Growth Adds Stability
India’s LPG ecosystem has significantly expanded:
- LPG connections increased from 14.5 crore to 33.39 crore
- Distributors nearly doubled from 13,896 to 25,607
This expansion strengthens the country’s ability to handle supply shocks
Conclusion
The claim that India’s LPG supply will take four years to recover is false and misleading.
Official data confirms that:
- Supply remains stable
- No shortages are being reported
- Imports and domestic production are effectively meeting demand