There is no shortage of LPG in the country, no change in booking norms: Petroleum Ministry
Babushahi Network
New Delhi, March 25, 2026: Union Petroleum Ministry has clarified that there was no shortage of LPG in the country and there is no change in booking norms.
It issued a statement in which it said that
It has come to the notice of the Government that certain news reports and social media posts are claiming revised LPG refill booking timelines—45 days for PMUY connections, 25 days for non-PMUY single bottle connections, and 35 days for non-PMUY double bottle connections.
It is clarified that no such changes have been made. The existing refill booking timelines remain unchanged and continue to be:
25 days in urban areas, and
45 days in rural areas, irrespective of connection type.
It advised Citizens to not to believe or circulate such misinformation and to avoid unnecessary or panic booking of LPG refills.
It is reiterated that adequate LPG stocks are available in the country, and there is no cause for concern.