Dehradun, April 5 -- A severe shortage of commercial LPG cylinders, along with rising prices, has hit Dehradun's iconic roadside "Maggi points" on the way to Mussoorie, leaving vendors struggling to sustain their businesses.

Once bustling with tourists, these popular stops are now witnessing a sharp decline in footfall as vendors grapple with cooking delays and limited resources.

With commercial LPG either unavailable or unaffordable, many stall owners have switched to traditional wood-fired stoves. However, the shift has slowed operations significantly, making it difficult to meet customer demand.

The supply disruption is not limited to roadside vendors alone. Several dhabas, restaurants and sweet shops across Dehradun are also facing...