Modi Govt Reforms Gas Cylinder Rules: Boosts Storage, Eases Licensing

• Central government introduces draft Gas Cylinder Rules-2026 to double gas storage capacity and modernize management.
• New rules allow stacking cylinders using special racks, increasing warehouse capacity and reducing operational costs for industries.
• Licensing process simplified by removing Rule 48, reducing documentation, and speeding up approvals for new industrial units.
• Strict safety regulations mandated for cylinder stacking, requiring certified clips, belts, and interlock systems.
• Expected benefits include faster gas distribution, stable industrial gas prices, and increased transparency in the supply system.