India, March 15 -- Fears over LPG availability have intensified in several parts of India amid the US-Israel-Iran war, raising concerns about potential disruptions in global energy supply chains. Real estate brokers say that while a piped natural gas (PNG) connection has so far not been a major requirement for tenants or a deal breaker in property decisions, the situation could change if the current crisis persists. Going forward, homes with a PNG connection may command a premium among both buyers and tenants, potentially leading to moderately higher rents and property values.

Real estate brokers say that at present, it is still too early to call PNG availability a decisive factor in real estate decisions. Renting or buying a home typica...