Bengaluru's Ramadan Food Fest Loses Spark: LPG Shortage, Mideast Conflict Hit Hard

• Bengaluru's Shivajinagar Ramadan Food Festival sees reduced activity due to severe LPG shortage and Middle East supply chain disruptions.
• Vendors struggle with rising costs and scarcity, forcing many to downsize or close, impacting the festive atmosphere.
• LPG crisis leads to a visible shift back to traditional firewood cooking methods, slowing service and reducing active stalls.
• Geopolitical conflicts involving Iran, Israel, and the US have disrupted imports of essential dry fruits and spices from Iran.
• Prices of key imported items like Iran Saffron, Dates, and Almonds have surged by approximately 45%, threatening a complete stock-out.