Bengaluru hotels, restaurants may shut due to LPG shortage
Hotels and restaurants in Bengaluru might have to close from March 10 because they're running out of commercial LPG, the gas that keeps kitchens going.
Only about 10% received their supply on the day of the report, and many kitchens could run out by the same day or within 24 hours, while some smaller eateries may run out within one to two days.
The shortage is tied to global supply issues caused by tensions in West Asia.
Situation in other cities
Mumbai's restaurant scene is already feeling the pinch, with about 10-20% affected as reported around March 9-10, 2026, and things could get worse soon.
In Chennai, hotel associations have written to the Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister and to central ministers and MPs about how the disruption is impacting hospital canteens, student hostels, corporate cafeterias and intercity travelers.
Government's response to crisis
The government is focusing on making sure households get their LPG first. They've also set a longer booking gap to prevent hoarding and are reviewing requests from restaurants for more cylinders.
Hotel associations are asking for more flexibility so they can plan ahead if this crisis drags on.