Mamata Slams Centre Over LPG Crisis: 25-Day Wait, 6 Lakh Panic Applications

• CM Mamata Banerjee criticizes Centre for LPG shortage, 25-day wait for cylinders, and panic leading to 6 lakh applications.
• India faces a temporary LPG cylinder shortage due to increased demand and supply issues, causing long queues and online booking problems.
• Mamata suggests green channels, nodal officers, police vigilance against hoarding, and implementing a rationing system.
• Oil marketing companies increased 14.2 kg domestic LPG by Rs 60 and 19 kg commercial by Rs 144, effective March 7, 2026.
• Price hike impacts restaurants, leading to menu changes, reduced fried items, and potential temporary closures affecting online food delivery.