At present, a standard domestic LPG cylinder contains 14.2 kg of gas. However, officials have asked oil marketing companies (OMCs) to examine the feasibility of supplying smaller quantities—such as 10 kg or even 7 kg per cylinder. The move is being evaluated as a precautionary step to ensure equitable distribution of fuel in case supply disruptions intensify.
Concerns over the safe movement of fuel tankers through the strategically crucial Strait of Hormuz have added urgency to these deliberations. According to sources, the government aims to prevent shortages, ensure wider access, and minimize instances of pilferage. “Several options are being discussed to manage supply effectively. Reducing LPG volume per cylinder is one of them,” an OMC official stated.
