India, March 17 -- The shortage of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders has disrupted operations in the hospitality sector across popular hill stations/tourist destinations such as Mahabaleshwar, Panchgani, Lonavala and Khandala, slowing down tourism activity across Maharashtra. These destinations that usually witness heavy footfalls - especially over weekends - are now seeing fewer visitors with the disruption in LPG supply affecting the functioning of hotels, restaurants and food outlets.

The kitchens of many hotels and eateries depend entirely on LPG and shortage of the same has forced these establishments to either close their kitchens temporarily or operate with limited menus. This in turn has forced hotel owners to restrict fres...