The Economic Times

LPG crisis: Food prices set to increase as hotels shift to firewood, others; biryani takes the hit during Eid

LPG crisis: Hotels in Tamil Nadu are switching to firewood due to an LPG shortage. This shift is driving up food prices, particularly for biryani, a festival favorite. Family gatherings during Ramzan have also shrunk as people prepare food at home. Industry insiders report a significant drop in hotel business.