Bhubaneswar, March 23 -- The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has begun to show indirect economic effects in India. Disruptions in LPG supply has started to impact the hospitality sector and small-scale food vendors across several regions in Odisha as well.

While there has been no direct impact, the ripple effects are being felt across the hotel industry, particularly among street food vendors. Small traders operating roadside breakfast and fast-food stalls are facing increasing difficulty in sustaining their businesses.

Rising input costs have led to a hike in food prices. Items that were earlier priced at Rs 5 per piece are now being sold at Rs 7 or more in some areas, which is affecting both vendors and consumers due to a potentia...