Overview

• The LPG Distributors Association has issued a formal ultimatum to the central government, warning of an indefinite nationwide strike if demands are not met within three months.
• Key demands include increasing distributor commissions to at least Rs 150 per cylinder to address rising operational costs.
• Distributors have criticized oil companies for allegedly forcing delivery of non-domestic cylinders without demand, which they claim violates legal provisions.
• The association also highlighted persistent issues with the distribution of subsidized LPG cylinders under the Ujjwala scheme, affecting economically weaker households.
• If the government fails to act by July 20, 2025, millions of households across India, particularly in urban and semi-urban areas, could face significant disruptions in cooking fuel supply.