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Delhi Government Prohibits Direct LPG Warehouse Sales, Boosts 5kg Cylinder Distribution

April 6, 2026 at 04:05 AMBy AlphaScalaSource: thehindubusinessline.com
Delhi Government Prohibits Direct LPG Warehouse Sales, Boosts 5kg Cylinder Distribution

Delhi authorities have banned direct warehouse LPG sales while increasing the availability of 5kg cylinders to better support migrant and daily-wage workers.

The Delhi government has implemented a new directive banning the direct sale of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinders from warehouses across the capital. This regulatory shift aims to streamline the distribution chain and ensure consistent market supply for domestic consumers.

In conjunction with this ban, authorities are significantly expanding the availability of 5kg LPG cylinders. This initiative is specifically designed to support the needs of migrant workers and daily-wage earners who may require smaller, more affordable quantities of fuel. By restricting bulk warehouse sales and prioritizing the accessibility of smaller units, the government intends to stabilize the local energy market and prevent potential supply disruptions for vulnerable demographics.

Officials stated that these measures are part of an ongoing effort to improve the efficiency of LPG distribution networks within the city. The policy change is effective immediately as the administration works to ensure that fuel remains both accessible and reliably available to those who rely on smaller cylinder formats for their daily household requirements.