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West Bengal LPG Crisis: Long Queues, Eateries Shut Amid Supply Fears
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News18
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13-03-2026, 12:30
West Bengal LPG Crisis: Long Queues, Eateries Shut Amid Supply Fears
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Long queues observed outside LPG distribution centers across West Bengal, from Kakdwip to Siliguri, due to fears of cooking gas shortage.
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Concerns stem from the crisis in West Asia, leading to people unable to make online bookings for cylinders.
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West Bengal government issued an SOP, established a 24/7 control room at 'Nabanna', and formed a monitoring committee to stabilize supply.
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Roadside eateries in Kolkata and Salt Lake shut down or operate with limited menus and increased prices due to cylinder scarcity.
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Autorickshaws also affected, with some off roads or charging 10-25% more due to irregular LPG supply at filling stations.
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