India LPG shortage leaves Noida resident Ashima Begum struggling
India's liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) shortage is making daily life tough, especially for families without other cooking options.
Thanks to global supply issues, people like Ashima Begum in Noida have spent weeks without gas, turning to makeshift stoves just to get meals on the table.
With longer wait times for refills, even simple things like cooking or celebrating festivals are getting harder.
Black market LPG prices strain budgets
As LPG gets harder to find, black market prices are shooting up, hitting family budgets and small businesses alike.
While some wealthier neighborhoods with piped gas aren't feeling the pinch, many others are stuck in long queues or going back to firewood stoves.
The gap between those who have reliable fuel and those who don't is becoming even clearer across communities.