Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:47am on 11 Mar 2026,Wednesday India
Dining out in India may soon become more expensive as restaurants face a severe shortage of commercial LPG cylinders used for cooking. Industry groups warn that eateries may increase menu prices by 20–30%, possibly starting in April, to cope with rising operational costs. The shortage is linked to disruptions in global energy supplies and higher LPG prices. Commercial LPG cylinders have already become significantly costlier, putting pressure on restaurants that operate on thin profit margins. With few alternatives for large-scale cooking, many restaurants say passing the additional fuel costs on to customers may be necessary to continue operations. (PC: X)
