India's LPG Crisis Amid West Asia Conflict

India is facing a severe LPG crisis, characterized by widespread shortages, increased prices, and extended waiting periods for cylinders. This crisis is attributed to the ongoing conflict in West Asia, which has disrupted critical maritime routes, particularly the Strait of Hormuz, through which 90% of India's LPG imports pass. Mallikarjun Kharge, Leader of the Opposition, has criticized the government for its lack of preemptive measures and flawed foreign policy, accusing them of failing to make alternative arrangements for LPG imports despite foreseeing the crisis. In response, Union Minister J. P. Nadda has defended the government, blaming the West Asia conflict as an external factor and accusing the India===Indian National Congress of politicizing the issue and attempting to incite anarchy. The crisis is severely impacting households, restaurants, hostels, and commercial users across the country, with reports of black marketing and cylinders being sold at exorbitant rates.