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Indians Turn to Induction Stoves Amid LPG Shortages

3/15/2026

Summary

Story summary

Indian households are buying electric induction stoves amid fears of cooking gas shortages tied to the Middle East conflict.
India has invoked emergency powers to secure LPG supplies for homes, while commercial availability declines.
TTK Prestige, an Indian appliance maker, has increased production to meet demand and plans price increases in June.
India's oil ministry is reviewing LPG supply requests from restaurants as the conflict disrupts imports and raises prices.

History

Historical Context

The 1973 Oil Crisis, triggered by OPEC's 25% production cut, quadrupled oil prices and caused economic turmoil worldwide. In India, the crisis influenced Prime Minister Indira Gandhi's decision to impose The Emergency and shifted energy policies towards coal. Today, India's emergency powers to secure LPG highlight ongoing energy vulnerabilities, emphasizing the need for alternative energy solutions amid geopolitical tensions.

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Story summary

Indian households are buying electric induction stoves amid fears of cooking gas shortages tied to the Middle East conflict.
India has invoked emergency powers to secure LPG supplies for homes, while commercial availability declines.
TTK Prestige, an Indian appliance maker, has increased production to meet demand and plans price increases in June.
India's oil ministry is reviewing LPG supply requests from restaurants as the conflict disrupts imports and raises prices.

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