Tata, Parle canteens feel LPG squeeze; India Inc redesigns menu — less tea, no samosas

 India’s industrial sector faces disruption as commercial LPG shortages impact factory operations. Manufacturers report production hurdles, particularly in brazing and paint shops, while canteens are paring back menus. Companies are turning to electric alternatives and even firewood to cope with the ‘hand-to-mouth’ supply situation, with government intervention underway to prioritize household needs. India’s industrial sector faces disruption as commercial LPG shortages impact factory operations. Manufacturers report production hurdles, particularly in brazing and paint shops, while canteens are paring back menus. Companies are turning to electric alternatives and even firewood to cope with the ‘hand-to-mouth’ supply situation, with government intervention underway to prioritize household needs.