Gas shortage caused by Iran war may push India back to dirtier fuels
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Disruptions to gas supplies caused by the Iran war, specifically halted ship movements through the Strait of Hormuz, are threatening India's access to LPG and potentially pushing the country back towards dirtier fuels. The Strait handles a significant portion of India's LNG and LPG imports, and the blockage has stalled numerous ships. In response, the Indian government has approved extra kerosene for states and is allowing temporary use of biomass, fuel pellets, kerosene, and coal by restaurants and hotels to prioritize household cooking gas. This situation risks reversing progress made in expanding LPG use and reducing reliance on polluting fuels like firewood and dung, despite government efforts to promote cleaner alternatives. Experts believe this shift is temporary and consumers will revert to LPG once supplies stabilize.
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