As a question mark hangs over India’s uninterrupted gas supply amid the West Asian conflict, which entered its 13th day today on Thursday, Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) has ensured uninterrupted supply of domestic PNG for domestic cooking and CNG for public transport fuel.
The assurance came amid disruption to the global energy market caused by the escalating conflict in the Middle East involving the United States, Israel and Iran.
In a post on X, IGL said natural gas supply remains a top priority for them. “Under the Natural Gas Regulation (Supply Regulation) 2026 dated March 9, 2026, the supply of natural gas to domestic PNG and CNG will be considered as the highest priority sector,” he said.
“Accordingly, we would like to ensure uninterrupted supply of domestic PNG for home cooking and CNG for fuel for public transport and private vehicles to maintain urban mobility in line with government mandate and availability of natural gas supply,” it assured.
IGL further stated that it remains focused on maintaining high service standards and ensuring that customer needs remain at the heart of its operations.
The gas distributor also claimed that the public company remains “unwavering in its commitment to excellence and ensuring that customer service is at the heart of all our endeavours”.
Global energy markets are experiencing increased volatility due to oil and natural gas supply disruptions. Natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) are also being disrupted in India due to maritime trade routes.
One of the key factors resulting in supply disruptions is the closure of the Strait of Hormuz – a vital shipping route for energy.
According to industry developments, oil supply is facing significant disruptions mainly due to the escalating military conflict in the Middle East. The disruption pushed benchmark prices such as Brent crude to around $100 a barrel.
Meanwhile, as the world faces disruption, Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said in his first speech that the Strait of Hormuz should remain closed. The statement was read by a state television presenter.
Khamenei said: “The lever of closing the Strait of Hormuz must certainly continue to be used. Studies have been made to open other fronts where the enemy has little experience and would be highly vulnerable if activated if the state of war persists and in line with national interests.”
(With input from agencies)
