The ongoing conflict involving Israel, the United States and Iran has begun to impact domestic supply chains in India, with disruptions in commercial LPG supply severely affecting the hotel and restaurant sector in Maharashtra.
Hoteliers across the state have started adopting emergency measures such as menu rationing, slow cooking and, in some cases, purchasing gas cylinders from the black market to keep operations running.
In Mumbai, nearly 20 per cent of hotels and restaurants have already shut down due to the shortage, according to industry representatives. Hospitality associations warn that the situation could worsen rapidly if supply is not restored soon.
The Indian Hotel and Restaurant Association, the apex body representing the hospitality trade in the state, said that as many as 50 per cent of outlets in the city may be forced to close within the next two days if the disruption continues.
“Even one more day will increase the percentage of closures. We understand the reason behind the disruption, but instead of a complete stoppage, at least 25 per cent of the supply should continue so that hotels can somehow survive,” a representative of the association said.
Industry stakeholders have urged authorities to ensure partial LPG supply to prevent widespread closures and financial losses in the hospitality sector.
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