Pune, 11 March 2026: Hotels and restaurants in Pune may soon face operational challenges as commercial gas supply could see a 20% cut, following restrictions introduced by the central government due to disruptions in global natural gas supply linked to the ongoing Iran–Israel conflict.
The government has instructed gas distributors to reduce the supply of commercial LPG cylinders and prioritise domestic LPG distribution. Commercial cylinders are now expected to be supplied mainly to essential services, which could affect hotels, restaurants, catering businesses and other commercial establishments that rely heavily on LPG.
At the same time, companies supplying pipeline gas to commercial users have been asked to limit consumption. Businesses have been advised to keep their gas usage within 80% of their average consumption over the past six months, effectively resulting in a 20% reduction in supply.
Maharashtra Natural Gas Limited (MNGL) has informed hotel operators about the restriction through official communication, urging them to regulate their gas consumption accordingly. The advisory has been circulated among several restaurants and hospitality businesses in the city.
With limited gas availability, some hotels are already considering changes to their operations. Certain establishments may temporarily remove fried items, labour-intensive dishes, or meals prepared in large quantities from their menus to manage gas usage more efficiently.
Currently there are restrictions on the supply of commercial gas, and suppliers have asked businesses to limit pipeline gas usage to 80%. Many hotels have started using alternatives such as diesel burners and induction for large-scale cooking. If the supply remains limited, preparing certain dishes only after receiving orders may also become difficult.Ganesh Shetty, President, Pune Restaurant and Hoteliers Association.