LPG Crisis Deepens: New Rules Force Longer Waits for Cylinder Refills

• Oil companies introduce strict new rules for LPG cylinder bookings, increasing public difficulties.
• Households with two cylinders can book refills only after 36 days; Ujjwala Yojana beneficiaries after 45 days.
• Single-cylinder households can book after 25 days; online system will block early bookings.
• New intervals also apply to small cylinders: 5 kg after 9/16 days, 10 kg composite after 18/32 days.
• Distributors warn of increased crowds and disputes, suggesting consumers seek alternative cooking methods.