LPG crisis deepens in Kathmandu, restaurants on the brink
Summary
LPG shortages have deepened in the Kathmandu Valley after the closure of a section of the Mugling-Naubise road disrupted supply to the capital. Households and restaurants are struggling to secure cylinders, with businesses warning they may have to shut down if the crisis continues.
Key Points
- The closure of the Krishnabhir section of the Mugling-Naubise road has disrupted LPG deliveries to Kathmandu Valley.
- Consumers are queuing for hours for cooking gas, while restaurants and small eateries say they are nearing closure.
- LPG refilling plant operators have raised prices by Rs100 to Rs105 per cylinder because of higher transport costs.
- Nepal Oil Corporation says it is sending refilled cylinders from Tarai plants through alternative routes, but supplies remain far below demand.
