Iran War Squeezes LPG: Commercial Gas Halted in Punjab, Maharashtra; Eateries, Crematoriums Hit

• West Asia tensions disrupt LPG supply via Strait of Hormuz, causing a nearly 30% drop in weekly inflows to India.
• Commercial LPG supply halted or sharply reduced in Punjab, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Kolkata.
• Eateries, restaurants, cloud kitchens, and Pune's gas crematoriums are severely impacted by the shortage.
• Domestic cylinder refills now have a 21-25 day waiting period; prices rose by ₹60 for domestic, ₹115 for commercial since March 7.
• Government prioritizes household supply, invokes emergency provisions, and awaits alternative cargoes; G7 discusses oil reserves release.