India, March 30 -- Amid supply chain disruptions linked to the Iran War, around 6,000 piped natural gas (PNG) consumers have voluntarily surrendered their LPG connections to improve availability for households without PNG access, according to the Petroleum Ministry.

Petroleum and Natural Gas Secretary Neeraj Mittal urged more eligible consumers to follow suit, highlighting the initiative as a citizen-driven effort to support equitable fuel distribution.

Despite global uncertainties, the government has maintained stable domestic supply. Over 54 lakh LPG refills were delivered till Saturday, with no reported shortages at distributorships. Online booking penetration has risen to 91%, reflecting improved access and demand management.

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