PNG Supply Crisis Hits Delhi as IGL Imposes 20% Piped Gas Cut Delhi’s commercial and industrial users are facing a severe energy crisis after Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) announced a mandatory 20% reduction in piped natural gas (PNG) supply. The decision, triggered by a shortage of LPG cylinders linked to the West Asia conflict, has disrupted operations across the National Capital Region (NCR). At least 12 prominent eateries were forced to close temporarily on Wednesday as both open and grey market LPG stocks dwindled. IGL’s advisory restricts commercial and industrial customers to 80% of their average six-month PNG consumption. The cuts took effect at 6:00 AM on March 11, according to Ambience Mall in Vasant Kunj. Restaurant owners, including Amit Bagga of Daryaganj Hospitality, warn that the 20% reduction could lead to permanent closures or prolonged shutdowns for many establishments. The crisis has hit high-traffic dining areas hardest. Meher Tandon, owner of Kashmir Chur Chur Naan in Paharganj, reported his restaurant had to shut down after exhausting its LPG stock. His establishment, which typically used three to four cylinders daily, was forced to operate on just one. Institutional kitchens, such as the Delhi High Court’s lawyers’ canteen, also faced disruptions, with the main course menu briefly suspended due to gas shortages. Industry leaders are scrambling for alternatives. Anurag Katriar of Indigo Hospitality noted that many restaurants are transitioning to induction-based cooking, though the shift could take days.#delhi #indraprastha_gas_limited #national_capital_region #national_restaurant_association_of_india #ambience_mall
