‘Waiting for days’: India feels impact of gas supply chain disruption amid Iran conflict

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 5 min read 100% complete by Aakash Hassan in DelhiMarch 19, 2026 at 07:00 AM

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A disruption to liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) supplies, triggered by conflict impacting the Strait of Hormuz, is causing a gas crisis in South Asia. Countries like India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka are experiencing shortages as imports slow and distribution systems strain. This is impacting everyday cooking, as LPG is a central fuel source. In Delhi, India, people are waiting days for gas cylinders, with some families struggling to afford food. The crisis has exposed the region's vulnerability to geopolitical shocks due to its dependence on specific supply routes. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which previously carried a fifth of global fuel shipments, has led to surging prices and industry cutbacks.

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Nepal 50% Akhtar Malik 50% Sri Lanka 50% Pakistan 60% Bangladesh 60% Bureau of Research on Industry and Economic Fundamentals (Brief) 60% Maya Rani ×370% Iran 70% Delhi ×380% South Asia 80% India ×290% Strait of Hormuz ×290%

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gas supply chain disruption 90% liquefied petroleum gas 80% lpg crisis 80% cooking gas cylinder 70% strait of hormuz 70% energy demand 60% supply routes 50% iran conflict 50% south asia 40%

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The Guardian - World News

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Center-Left (-0.40)

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90%

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India

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