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Gas Switch: States Race to Pipe Up Homes Amid LPG Crisis
5 Apr
Summary
- States are accelerating piped natural gas connections due to LPG shortages.
- Major cities in UP, Rajasthan, Telangana, and Maharashtra are prioritized.
- Special camps facilitate the urgent shift from LPG to PNG connections.
Amidst an ongoing LPG shortage, states across India are expediting the rollout of piped natural gas (PNG) connections to homes. This accelerated effort is particularly visible in Uttar Pradesh, where cities like Varanasi and Lucknow are seeing focused drives for pipeline expansion and new connections.
Rajasthan aims to add thousands of PNG connections daily through outreach programs. Telangana has eased regulations to speed up pipeline installations in urban areas. Meanwhile, Maharashtra is conducting saturation campaigns in key cities, and Gujarat is focusing on expanding coverage in Ahmedabad and Surat.
Odisha has set a tight three-month deadline to increase PNG access in its major urban centers, with new connection approvals processed within 24 hours. This nationwide push reflects a strategic shift towards more consistent and reliable gas supply for households.
