Hyderabad, March 16 -- Amid the ongoing gas crisis, several residents of Hyderabad reported that standard gas cylinders are now emptying within 18 to 20 days, however, agencies are strictly prohibiting new bookings until a 30-day window has passed.

The escalating Iran-US-Israel war continues to destabilise supply chains across the world, with India seeing a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinder shortage in the commercial and now in the household sector as well. In response to the current situation, the regulations had already extended the booking window for new cylinders from 21 to 25 days for households.

However, the requirement seems to have now shifted to a full month, compared to the 25-day window, leaving many residents struggling...