The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has recently extended the mandatory waiting period for LPG cylinder bookings.
The move aims to stabilise LPG distribution and curb panic booking among consumers amid concerns over fluctuating international energy supplies.
Under the revised guidelines, the minimum interval for booking a refill for urban consumers has been increased from 21 days to 25 days.
In rural areas, the booking cycle has been extended more significantly, from 25 days to 45 days.
Officials said the decision was taken to prevent panic buying and stockpiling of LPG cylinders, which can disrupt supply and create artificial shortages.
The ministry also emphasised that the extension does not indicate a shortage of LPG stocks but is part of an administrative measure to ensure smooth distribution across the country.
