The ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel has begun to affect gas supply chains globally, leading to a shortage of commercial LPG cylinders in several cities of Gujarat, including Surat and Vadodara. As a result, industries and businesses such as hotels, restaurants, and cafes are facing significant difficulties due to the limited availability of commercial gas cylinders.
Earlier, the Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) had issued a circular granting temporary permission for industries to use approved liquid fuel as an alternative amid concerns over gas shortages.
War Impacting Gas Supply Chain
According to sources, the Middle East conflict is having a direct impact not only on businesses but also on households. Disruptions in the international gas supply chain due to the war have led to shortages and irregular availability of LPG cylinders.
Surat currently has around 67 commercial gas distributors, and many consumers are struggling to obtain cylinders due to the limited supply.
Businesses Concerned Over Cylinder Availability
Gas agency operators in Surat say that customers now have to wait nearly 10 to 15 days to receive a commercial LPG cylinder. The disruption in the supply chain has increased pressure on local distributors, leaving many businesses worried about maintaining their daily operations.
Hotels, restaurants, and other commercial establishments that depend heavily on LPG are among the worst affected by the shortage.
Vadodara Also Facing Supply Gap
A similar situation has emerged in Vadodara, where traders and business owners are also facing difficulties due to the shortage of commercial LPG cylinders.
According to the Distributor Association, the city requires approximately 14,000 cylinders per day, while current inquiries have reached around 20,000 cylinders daily. The rising demand, combined with limited supply, has created a significant gap.
Vadodara has a total of 36 distributors, and many consumers are booking cylinders in advance due to uncertainty about future availability.