Mysore/Mysuru, March 12 -- Many industries reduce employee work shifts from three to two

A shortage of commercial LPG cylinders has pushed several industrial units in Mysuru to the brink of closure, raising concerns over the livelihood of workers employed in these factories.

Industries dependent on heating processes, including carton box manufacturing, packaging, pharmaceuticals, snack production and fabrication, have been among the worst affected as gas supplies have slowed drastically.

Industrial units said many factories may be forced to suspend operations within a day or two if supplies are not restored.

Food processing units producing snacks, biscuits and chips also depend heavily on commercial LPG for frying and cooking. Similar...