New Delhi, April 14 -- The Government of India launched a massive, multi-sectoral response to the evolving situation in West Asia, focusing on stabilising domestic fuel supplies, expanding natural gas infrastructure, and ensuring the safety of Indian nationals abroad.

In a comprehensive update released on Tuesday, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas and the Ministry of External Affairs detailed a series of "rationalisation measures" designed to counter the impact of the ongoing blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.

To mitigate the shortage of LPG, the government has shifted its focus to Piped Natural Gas (PNG) and targeted supply for vulnerable groups.

To prevent dry-outs, booking intervals for domestic cylinders have been increased ...