Petroleum Ministry doubles cylinder allocation for migrant workers in each State
The Hindu·1h ago·Neutral
What Happened
The Petroleum Ministry doubled daily 5kg free LPG cylinder allocations for migrant workers in each State on April 6, 2026. The increase, based on average daily supply between March 2-3, exceeds the previous 20% limit. State governments will distribute cylinders exclusively to migrant laborers in urban and semi-urban areas. Approximately 6.75 lakh cylinders sold since March 23.
Key Entities
Petroleum MinistryMigrant workersLPG cylindersState governments5kg free trade cylindersApril 6 20266.75 lakh cylinders