LPG crisis: Mumbai could lose all its hotels by March 12, 2026
Mumbai's food scene is in trouble: Around 20% of hotels in Mumbai have already shut down because there's just not enough commercial LPG.
The shortage started after U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran disrupted supplies from West Asia.
Now, the Indian Hotel & Restaurant Association (AHAR) says if things don't turn around fast, every restaurant in Mumbai could shut by March 12, 2026.
Crisis spreading across India
This isn't just a Mumbai problem. Cities like Bengaluru, Kolkata, and Pune are also feeling the pinch.
Some Bengaluru hotels might stop serving from today (March 10, 2026).
Students, hospital staff, and many others who rely on these places are at risk of losing access to daily meals.
The government is trying to fix things by prioritizing home LPG and boosting refinery output, but for now, many jobs and livelihoods could be at risk.