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West Bengal LPG Crisis: Long Queues, Eateries Shut Amid Supply Fears

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News18•13-03-2026, 12:30

West Bengal LPG Crisis: Long Queues, Eateries Shut Amid Supply Fears

•Long queues observed outside LPG distribution centers across West Bengal, from Kakdwip to Siliguri, due to fears of cooking gas shortage.
•Concerns stem from the crisis in West Asia, leading to people unable to make online bookings for cylinders.
•West Bengal government issued an SOP, established a 24/7 control room at 'Nabanna', and formed a monitoring committee to stabilize supply.
•Roadside eateries in Kolkata and Salt Lake shut down or operate with limited menus and increased prices due to cylinder scarcity.
•Autorickshaws also affected, with some off roads or charging 10-25% more due to irregular LPG supply at filling stations.

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