PNG

Kolkata’s restaurant industry is evaluating a strategic shift toward piped natural gas (PNG) as persistent disruptions in commercial LPG supply strain daily operations. Industry representatives have initiated discussions with Bengal Gas Company Ltd to assess infrastructure readiness and rollout feasibility. The move reflects a broader effort to secure stable, cost-efficient energy alternatives while reducing dependence on cylinder-based fuel systems. With delays in LPG refills affecting service continuity, PNG is emerging as a viable long-term solution.

The Indian government has introduced a significant policy change aimed at optimizing the distribution of cooking fuel across households. Under a new amendment to existing regulations, households that have access to piped natural gas (PNG) for cooking will no longer be permitted to retain or obtain subsidized domestic LPG connections. The move is intended to streamline fuel distribution and reduce pressure on liquefied petroleum gas supplies during a period of global energy market disruptions.