LP Gas Industry Association Nepal Addresses Gas Shortage Concerns

Summary

The LP Gas Industry Association Nepal has urged consumers not to panic as gas supply gradually normalizes after import disruptions caused shortages in the market. It says full 14.2 kg cylinders are being sent again and has asked Nepal Oil Corporation to import more gas until supplies fully stabilize.

Key Points
  • LP Gas Industry Association Nepal says the current gas shortage is easing as imports have become regular again.
  • The association says about 45,000 metric tons less gas was imported than usual over the past four months, creating market pressure.
  • Consumers are being asked not to rush to fill cylinders if they already have at least one month of supply.
  • Nepal Oil Corporation has been urged to import more than the regular quota until the market fully normalizes.
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