The escalating military conflict between Iran, the US and Israel has created panic in the global energy market. Its biggest impact has been on the LPG supply chain, especially the disruption in the Strait of Hormuz has increased India’s concern. India imports a large part of its LPG requirement from Middle East countries, which is now being directly affected.
At which major places LPG production and loading stopped?
Due to war situation and attacks, work at many major gas production centers of the world has been affected. Due to this, not only the production has reduced, but the supply routes are also in danger. Its main information is given below:
Saudi Arabia: Saudi Aramco has halted operations at its Ras Tanura refinery and imposed force majeure on loading from the Juyama NGL facility.
Queue: On March 19, 2026, Qatar’s Ras Laffan gas plant was attacked, causing heavy damage and production stopping completely.
America: Targa Resources has also halted loading from its Galena Park terminal, further reducing gas availability in the global market.
Strict measures of Indian government and domestic situation
The Government of India has taken many major decisions to prevent gas shortage at domestic level and to provide relief to the general public. The Petroleum Ministry and oil companies are continuously monitoring the situation. The current situation and government steps are as follows:
Specifications Latest Update Essential Commodities Act was implemented from March 10 to stop black marketing. LPG Stock Status According to experts, India has only 20-23 days of safe stock left. Decline in consumption LPG consumption has declined by 17.7% in the first fortnight of March. Stranded Tankers: Six Indian LPG tankers are stranded in the Strait of Hormuz, for which negotiations are ongoing.
The government has directed refineries to produce LPG to their full capacity and not to divert it for other petrochemical products. At present, priority is being given to LPG used in homes, while there are indications of reduction in distribution for commercial use (hotels and restaurants).