India, March 16 -- Rising tensions in the Middle East involving the United States, Israel, and Iran are beginning to impact everyday life far beyond the conflict zone, with energy supplies emerging as one of the first areas to feel the pressure. One of the most significant concerns is the supply of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), which millions of households across India depend on for daily cooking.

A large portion of the world's oil and gas passes through the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow but strategically crucial maritime route connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman. Reports suggest that nearly 20 million barrels of oil move through this corridor every day, accounting for about one-fifth of global petroleum consumption. However, g...