Severe LPG Shortage Disrupts Businesses in Bengaluru, Mumbai, Pune

In early March 2026, India’s foodservice world hit an unexpected roadblock. Restaurants and hotels in major cities like Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Pune suddenly began running low on commercial liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). This is the cooking gas that powers busy kitchens and keeps dishes coming hot and fast. Within days, gas deliveries slowed or stopped entirely. Many eateries were forced to trim menus, cut hours, or even close tables to customers.