Bengaluru's Rocket Stove: Ex-ONGC Engineer's Innovation Goes Viral Amidst LPG Crisis

• Amidst the US-Iran conflict and LPG supply crisis, a Bengaluru resident's 'Rocket Stove' has gone viral as a cheap alternative.
• 65-year-old Ashok Urs, a former ONGC engineer, developed the fuel-efficient stove six years ago for rural areas.
• The L-shaped combustion chamber design maximizes heat from twigs, coconut shells, and dry leaves, reducing fuel needs.
• The stove offers a cleaner burn with less smoke, making it a healthier option for daily cooking.
• Priced at approximately ₹3,000 per unit, it's now in high demand from restaurants facing commercial LPG shortages.