Daily allocation of LPG cylinders raised to 13,433 for hotels and related establishments amid supply constraints
Thiruvananthapuram, March 30: The Kerala government has stepped up the supply of commercial LPG cylinders to support hotels and allied sectors, announcing a daily allocation of 13,433 cylinders. The move comes in response to recent supply challenges faced by the hospitality industry across the state.
Increased Allocation to Address Supply Gap
Officials said the state’s share of commercial LPG cylinders has been increased to 66 per cent, enabling a higher daily supply. Kerala currently receives around 26,160 commercial LPG cylinders each day.
Of this, a significant portion has now been earmarked for hotels, restaurants, and similar establishments, which have reported operational difficulties due to inconsistent supply in recent weeks.
Priority for Essential Services
The government has maintained priority allocation for critical sectors. These include hospitals, educational institutions, crematoriums, industrial and IT canteens, community kitchens, subsidised “Subhiksha” hotels, as well as welfare institutions such as old-age homes and orphanages.
These services are considered essential due to their role in public health, food security, and social welfare.
Hospitality and Industry Classified as Semi-Essential
Hotels, restaurants, bakeries, and pharmaceutical manufacturing units have been placed under the “semi-essential services” category. This group also includes catering units, fisheries, and food processing industries.
Authorities have allocated 62 per cent of the total LPG supply to this category. Key industrial sectors such as steel, textiles, automobile, and plastic manufacturing have also been assigned a similar share to ensure continuity in production.
District-Wise Distribution Pattern
The allocation varies across districts based on demand and consumption patterns. Ernakulam receives the highest share at 19.39 per cent, reflecting its dense concentration of commercial establishments and industries.
In contrast, Kasaragod has the lowest allocation at 1.17 per cent, in line with its relatively smaller industrial and hospitality footprint.
Increase of Over 5,000 Cylinders
Officials noted that the current daily allocation represents an increase of more than 5,000 cylinders compared to the previous week. The step is expected to ease pressure on the hospitality sector, which had flagged disruptions in operations due to limited LPG availability.
Monitoring and Grievance Redressal
To ensure effective implementation, oil marketing companies and gas agencies have been instructed to strictly follow sector-wise quotas. The government has also set up a grievance redressal system.
Hotel owners and industry representatives can report supply issues through a toll-free number connected to the Secretariat war room. Authorities have said complaints will be addressed promptly, with corrective action taken where necessary.
Why This Matters
Commercial LPG is a critical input for hotels, restaurants, and food-related businesses. Any disruption in supply can directly impact food services, employment, and local economies.
By increasing allocation and tightening monitoring, the state aims to stabilise operations in the hospitality sector while continuing to meet the needs of essential services.
What Comes Next
The government is expected to closely monitor supply trends and demand across sectors. Further adjustments may be made if shortages persist or demand increases in the coming weeks.
inputs and images : Hindustan samachar
Edited By D.Rishidhar Reddy
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