Amid concerns about possible shortage of LPG cylinders during the holiday period, Mizoram Supply Minister B. Lalchhanzova assured that necessary measures to ensure uninterrupted gas supply have been taken up, with the Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) confirming normal supply operations to the state. “There would be no shortage of LPG cylinders during the upcoming festive season, including Christmas and New Year,’ the minister informed the media.
Meanwhile, IOCL officials informed that the primary supply route remained fully functional, ruling out fears of any immediate shortage of LPG cylinders. However, in anticipation of heightened demand during festive celebrations, Lalchhanzova urged all churches across the state to use commercial LPG cylinders for community events. This advisory aligns with IOCL’s request to reserve domestic cylinders for household use during the peak season.
Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA) director Saizikpuii reiterated the appeal, noting that while hotels, restaurants, and picnic spots regularly use commercial LPG, churches often rely on domestic cylinders during large events — a practice authorities hope to regulate during the holidays. She clarified that commercial gas required a different connector, and churches have been encouraged to obtain dedicated commercial connections. “Many institutions have already complied,’ the official said.
“Official guidelines and request letters are being finalised and will soon be circulated to the churches to streamline the transition to commercial LPG usage for the festive season,” she added.
