LPG Crisis Looms: Will Your Food Delivery Get Pricier? West Asia Conflict Hits India's Kitchens
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Firstpost•16-03-2026, 13:44
LPG Crisis Looms: Will Your Food Delivery Get Pricier? West Asia Conflict Hits India's Kitchens
•Escalating West Asia conflict and Strait of Hormuz disruptions threaten India's LPG supply, 60% of which is imported, primarily from the Gulf.
•India's heavy reliance on LPG imports via the Strait of Hormuz, coupled with limited domestic reserves, makes it highly vulnerable to supply shocks.
•Recent LPG price hikes, including a ₹60 increase, are already impacting domestic and commercial cylinder costs across major Indian cities.
•Food delivery platforms like Zomato and Swiggy face rising costs as 85% of independent restaurants and cloud kitchens depend on LPG, potentially leading to higher menu prices and reduced discounts.
•Government implements measures like inter-booking rules and restricting LPG for PNG users to safeguard essential supplies amidst the crisis.