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LPG Shortage Sparks Odisha Protests, Road Blockades; Black Market Allegations Emerge
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13-03-2026, 16:15
LPG Shortage Sparks Odisha Protests, Road Blockades; Black Market Allegations Emerge
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Widespread LPG cylinder shortage triggers protests and road blockades across Odisha, including Jajpur and Keonjhar.
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Consumers report significant delays in receiving refills, with some distributors allegedly shutting offices and engaging in black marketing.
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Police intervened in Keonjhar to clear blockades, while civil supplies officials seized 92 cylinders in Jharsuguda for alleged hoarding.
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Households are forced to switch to alternative cooking methods like firewood, kerosene, and induction cooktops, leading to appliance shortages.
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Food Supplies Minister K C Patra assures adequate stock, urges calm, and directs officials to monitor supply and submit daily reports.
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