Telecom Tower Makers Warn of Service Disruption Over LPG Supply Halt

• Telecom tower manufacturers express concern over the stoppage of LPG supply, effective March 5, 2026, due to a government order prioritizing domestic consumers.
• The Digital Infrastructure Providers Association (DIPA) warns this could impact mobile and internet service continuity nationwide.
• LPG is crucial for galvanization operations in tower manufacturing; prolonged disruption may force plant shutdowns and delay network expansion.
• DIPA has urged Telecom Secretary Amit Agarwal and the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas to exempt tower units and restore LPG/LNG supplies.
• The industry body also seeks priority electricity for telecom infrastructure from the Ministry of Power to ensure uninterrupted connectivity.