New Delhi, April 09: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) on Wednesday confirmed that LPG supply across the country remains stable, with sufficient stock available to meet household demand. The company stated that it is operating round-the-clock to ensure uninterrupted cylinder availability and efficient distribution.
In a communication on social media platform X, IOCL advised consumers to remain calm and refrain from unnecessary bookings, emphasizing that supply chains are functioning smoothly and inventories are adequate.
The assurance comes amid ongoing government efforts to streamline LPG distribution for both domestic and industrial segments. Earlier in the day, the Centre announced an expansion in commercial LPG allocation, increasing the supply cap to 70% of pre-March 2026 bulk consumption levels for multiple industries, including pharmaceuticals, food processing, polymers, agriculture, packaging, paints, steel, and glass.
The enhanced allocation will be subject to a sectoral cap of 0.2 thousand metric tonnes per day. Companies seeking bulk LPG supplies must comply with regulatory requirements, including registration with oil marketing companies and application for piped natural gas (PNG) connections through city gas distribution (CGD) networks. However, exemptions have been granted to sectors where LPG remains a critical or non-substitutable input.
On the retail side, supply support for vulnerable sections has been strengthened, with the government doubling the average daily availability of 5 kg LPG cylinders, widely used by migrant workers. Daily sales have increased to over 1.1 lakh units, compared to 77,000 in February, with approximately 8.9 lakh cylinders distributed since March 23.
Commercial LPG supply has also remained robust, with around 93,085 metric tonnes sold since March 14. On Tuesday alone, 6,646 metric tonnes—equivalent to over 3.5 lakh 19 kg cylinders—were distributed, underscoring steady demand and supply stability in the market.
