Restaurant industry representatives have warned of potential closures across the country due to disruptions in the supply of commercial LPG cylinders, raising concerns about rising operational challenges for food service businesses. The industry body has written to Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri, urging immediate intervention to address the issue and ensure a steady supply of fuel to restaurants and eateries.

According to the association, restaurants rely heavily on commercial LPG cylinders for day-to-day cooking operations, and any disruption in supply could severely impact their ability to function. Industry members said many establishments are already facing delays and uncertainty in obtaining cylinders, which has forced some businesses to cut operating hours or limit menu offerings.

In its communication to the minister, the restaurant body highlighted that small and mid-sized eateries are particularly vulnerable to supply constraints. With limited storage capacity and tight margins, these businesses depend on timely LPG deliveries to sustain operations. The group warned that prolonged shortages could lead to temporary closures and financial losses across the sector.

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The association has requested the government to ensure priority allocation of commercial LPG cylinders for the hospitality sector and to streamline distribution channels. It also called for measures to prevent supply bottlenecks that may arise due to logistical or policy-related challenges.

Commercial LPG is widely used by restaurants, hotels and catering services across India as a primary cooking fuel. Industry stakeholders say consistent availability and stable pricing are critical for maintaining business continuity, particularly as the sector continues to recover from earlier disruptions and rising operational costs.

The restaurant body said it hopes the government will take swift action to resolve the supply concerns and engage with industry representatives to prevent further escalation of the issue. Officials have yet to issue a detailed response, but the matter is expected to be reviewed by the petroleum ministry.

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