LPG gas cylinder rules have been revised in March 2026, due to supply constraint concerns amidst the Middle East war, which has halted transportation at the Red Sea. The Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint for global oil and gas supply, is shut for many days as the US and Israel continue their war with Iran. Because of this, LPG prices in India were hiked. But soon enough, fear of LPG shortage escalated even when the government assured that there is ample of LPG.
LPG Gas Cylinder Booking New Rules:

The Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas introduced 25 day inter- booking period from its previous 21-days inter-booking period. This means, you can only apply for refill of LPG after 25 days now instead of 21 days.
"In light of current geopolitical disruptions to fuel supply and constraints on supply of LPG, Ministry has issued orders to oil refineries for higher LPG production and using such extra production for domestic LPG use," the ministry said.
Further, the ministry said that they have prioritized domestic LPG supply to households and introduced 25 day inter- booking period to avoid hoarding/black marketing. Non domestic supplies from imported LPG is being prioritised to essential non domestic sectors such as Hospitals and Educational institutions.
Accordingly, for LPG supply to other non-domestic sectors, a committee of three EDs of OMCs have been constituted to review the representations for LPG supply to restaurants/hotels/other industries.
However, right after the new rule was declared, residents had flooded the LPG outlets to get their refill of LPG or book new. However, they were stranded in long-queues for many hours. In some cities, LPG distributors said they have not received new LPG supply. While some customers complained that their LPG delivery is delayed or cancelled or they are not able to buy the refill. Many restaurants even complained that their LPG shortage is pushing them to cut down their menus or shutdown business.
Full List Of Cities Impacted By LPG Shortage Fear:
| City | State | Reported Issue |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbai | Maharashtra | Extreme shortage; nearly 20% of eateries have shut or changed their menus. |
| Bengaluru | Karnataka | Eateries struggling with severe gas shortages; some limited to "tea and coffee" only. |
| Chennai | Tamil Nadu | Facing LPG supply delays; hotel associations warn of shutdowns within 24-48 hours. |
| Lucknow | Uttar Pradesh | Residents reporting LPG refill delays of 4-5 days and long queues at agencies. |
| Greater Noida | Uttar Pradesh | Supply of commercial cylinders has slowed down, pushing food businesses into "crisis mode." |
| Ludhiana | Punjab | LPG booking is delayed as waiting periods for refills have increased; general anxiety over stability. |
| Hyderabad | Telangana | Struggling to secure commercial LPG; PGs and hostels are slashing food menus. |
Amidst this, it is important to be aware of helpline numbers for Indane Gas, HP Gas, and Bharat Gas to ensure your query is resolved.
Gas Cylinder Helpline Number For Indane Gas:
You can file your complaint at Indian Oil for any Indane Gas related queries. There are various method for doing so.
1. Toll Free Number: 1800-2333-555
2. LPG Emergency Helpline - 1906 This is open 24x7 for all India LPG leakage
3. For LPG related queries and complaints related to Indane products and services, you can click on the link below:
https://cx.indianoil.in/EPICIOCL/faces/GrievanceMainPage.jspx
There are various options in the query section, select 'Refill Support Related'. Under the sub-category, you can select either 'Refill Not Delivered At Home', or 'Delay In Refill Supply', Or 'Cash Memo Not Given', and 'Refill Booking Cancelled'. Select either of the options in the sub-category best suited for your problem.
Then you will be required to provide your mobile number or LPG ID to take the process ahead.
2. Gas Cylinder Helpline Number For Bharat Gas
BPCL has introduced a Customer Care Smartline (1800 22 4344), a single window system to listen to queries, suggestions, feedback and compliments related to any of its products and offerings. SmartLine also functions as a 24x7 Emergency Helpline (Gas Leakage) to provide immediate assistance.
3. Gas Cylinder Helpline Number For HP Gas:
To complain about any queries related to HP Gas, you can click on the link below.
https://crminterface.hpcl.co.in/CRMInterface/lpgcomplaints.aspx
HP Gas Helpline Number: 1800 233 3555
The method is simple!
4. Gas Cylinder Helpline Number For LPGs bought under Ujjwala Yojana
The toll emergency helpline numbers are:
1800-233-3555 (Toll Free Helpline)
1800-266-6696 (Ujjwala Helpline)
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