The Times of India

Middle East conflict: Panic buying of LPG cylinders in UP as rumours of supply disruption spread

Panic gripped Lakhimpur Kheri over LPG supply fears due to Middle East conflict. Officials assured adequate domestic cylinder stock, dispatching 16,000 against a 15,000 daily demand. Commercial supply is being regulated. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reviewed fuel availability, directing officials to prevent artificial shortages and hoarding.