West Asia war: Centre doubles LPG supply to commercial users to ease pressure

Improved LPG supply can reduce operating costs for commercial establishments, boosting their margins. This is particularly relevant given past supply constraints.

• •Government increased LPG allocation for commercial users to 40% of previous consumption.
• •Aim is to reduce disruptions for businesses.
• •Earlier supply was restricted to prioritize households amid West Asia supply concerns.
• •Risk flag: sustained stability of West Asia supply
• •Risk flag: potential for future government interventions