Gangtok, April 10: The Sikkim government on April 9 announced that the supply of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) has been fully restored to 100 per cent of pre-crisis levels, bringing relief to households across all districts and ensuring there is no shortage of cooking gas.
The supply had earlier been reduced to 80 per cent by Indian Oil Corporation Limited due to a nationwide shortage caused by disruptions in global supply chains amid the ongoing West Asia crisis. The curtailed availability had impacted regular distribution, prompting coordinated intervention.
In an official statement, the Food & Civil Supplies Department said the restoration was achieved through joint efforts between the state government and oil marketing companies. Authorities confirmed that supply levels have now normalised, allowing distributors to resume operations in line with the pre-crisis schedule.
The return to full supply is expected to significantly ease access to LPG for consumers throughout the state. Officials added that the situation continues to be closely monitored to ensure uninterrupted distribution and prevent further disruptions.
In a move to further strengthen energy availability, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has doubled the supply of 5 kg Free Trade LPG cylinders for migrant labourers in Sikkim. The additional allocation is aimed at supplementing existing kerosene provisions and supporting vulnerable sections.
Reaffirming its commitment to maintaining stable energy supplies, the state government urged residents to reach out to district control room helplines for any assistance or grievances related to LPG distribution.
