New Delhi: The Delhi Government has introduced stricter norms for the supply of commercial LPG cylinders, making it mandatory for businesses to either obtain or apply for a piped natural gas (PNG) connection in areas where the network is available.
The revised rules, issued by the Food, Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department on April 2, amend a key provision of the capital’s recently notified policy on commercial LPG distribution. Under the new guidelines, commercial and industrial consumers will be eligible for LPG supply only if they are registered with the respective oil marketing companies and have applied for a PNG connection wherever infrastructure exists.
In areas where PNG networks are not yet operational, businesses must submit a formal declaration expressing their intent to switch to PNG once it becomes available.
Officials said oil marketing companies (OMCs) will be required to verify consumer documentation at least once to ensure compliance with these conditions. Details of consumers who express intent to transition will also be shared with Indraprastha Gas Limited for further processing.
The order stated that LPG supply to commercial users will be contingent upon confirmation that the consumer is registered and has either applied for PNG or committed to doing so in the future.
However, the policy provides flexibility for businesses that require LPG alongside PNG for operational needs. Such consumers can submit applications to the Additional Commissioner of the department, who will take a decision in consultation with the three oil marketing companies.
Officials clarified that the rest of the policy framework, notified on March 26 along with a subsequent addendum, remains unchanged.
The move is aimed at accelerating the transition to cleaner fuel alternatives and streamlining gas distribution in the national capital.
