India's Hospitality Sector Faces LPG Shortage

India's hospitality sector is facing a critical cooking gas shortage, threatening widespread disruptions and potential shutdowns for restaurants and hotels. This crisis is a direct consequence of the ongoing Iran war, which has halted ship traffic in the Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, driving up energy prices and transport costs. India, a major LPG importer, has invoked emergency powers to boost domestic production, but the hospitality industry, represented by bodies like the National Restaurant Association of India and the Federation of Hotel and Restaurant Associations of India, is struggling to secure sufficient supplies. Companies like California Burrito and Udupi Food Hub are already experiencing severe supply issues. The India===Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has formed a panel to address industry requests, as Indian companies have also raised LPG prices.