Last mentioned: Mar 21, 2026
Production Ramp-up
Expected commencement of higher domestic LPG volumes entering the distribution network.
Refinery Assessment
Major OMCs (IOCL, BPCL, HPCL) begin technical reviews of secondary unit yields.
Ministry Mandate
Petroleum Ministry orders all domestic refineries to prioritize and increase LPG production.
The Indian Petroleum Ministry has issued a directive to domestic refineries to maximize LPG output, aiming to shield the domestic market from volatile international supply chains. This move underscores a strategic pivot toward energy self-reliance as geopolitical tensions threaten traditional import routes.
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