LPG Refill Rules Tighten: Longer Wait Times for Gas Cylinder Bookings

• Oil companies extend the interval between LPG cylinder refill bookings to ensure balanced supply.
• Consumers with double cylinders now face a minimum 35-day wait for refills, up from 25 days.
• Single cylinder users must wait at least 25 days before booking a new refill.
• Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana beneficiaries can only book refills after 45 days, applicable in both urban and rural areas.
• International tensions in West Asia and efforts to secure gas tankers from the Persian Gulf are cited as reasons for the changes.

Key Questions Answered

How does the Ujjwala Yojana refill booking change for beneficiaries?

Ujjwala Yojana beneficiaries must now wait 45 days after their last refill delivery to book a new cylinder. Previously, they could book a refill after 25 days.

What role do West Asian tensions play in India's LPG supply?

West Asian tensions disrupt India's LPG supply because the region is a primary source for imports.