India, April 6 -- In a bid to make the LPG distribution system more transparent and efficient, the Delhi Government has imposed a complete ban on the sale of cylinders directly from godowns. Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have issued clear instructions to all distributors, stating that any such sale is illegal and will attract strict action.

At the same time, the government has significantly expanded the availability of 5-kg LPG cylinders across the city to improve consumer access. These smaller cylinders can now be purchased easily from gas agencies by showing a valid ID, with no requirement for address verification.

To further assist migrant workers, 11 dedicated help desks have been set up at select HPCL outlets, where people can get...