HPCL Delivers Uninterrupted LPG Service to Crores of Indian Households Amid Global Supply Disruption

Mumbai, 8 June 2026: Even as global LPG supply chains faced severe stress owing to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) ensured uninterrupted LPG supplies to crores of Indian households, with a special focus on beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY).

During the period from 1 May to 7 June 2026, HPCL served over 9.13 Crore customers across the country and delivered 432.82 Lakh domestic LPG cylinders through its extensive distribution network of 6,229 active distributors and 52,814 delivery personnel, ensuring uninterrupted access to cooking fuel despite global supply-side pressures.

A key priority during this period was ensuring continued LPG availability to economically vulnerable households dependent on subsidised cooking fuel. HPCL served 2.80 Crore PMUY customers and delivered 101.07 Lakh PMUY refill cylinders, reinforcing its commitment to ensuring that essential household energy remained accessible to families across Bharat.

The continuity of service came at a time when approximately 54% of India’s LPG imports transit through the Strait of Hormuz, significantly impacting global LPG supply chains and logistics. Despite these challenges, HPCL strengthened supply coordination across sourcing, bottling plants, distribution points, and last-mile delivery operations to maintain uninterrupted service nationwide.

Relentless Service, by the Numbers

The scale of HPCL’s operations during this period reflects the organisation’s enduring commitment to the nation:

Beyond routine deliveries, HPCL conducted 1,622 Free Trade LPG (FTL) camps across communities to strengthen access to clean cooking fuel and facilitate faster availability of 5 kg cylinders, particularly for smaller households and first-time users. During the period, the Company delivered 8.62 Lakh 5 kg FTL cylinders and 37.77 Lakh commercial cylinders, supporting households, restaurants, hotels, and small businesses across the country.

To strengthen operational discipline and prevent diversion of subsidised LPG, HPCL carried out 2,283 inspections across its network during the period. The Corporation also reinforced OTP-based delivery verification and monitoring mechanisms to ensure supplies reached intended beneficiaries efficiently and transparently.

The continuity of supply during this period was enabled through sustained coordination across the entire LPG value chain, including domestic production, bottling operations, transportation, distributor networks, and last-mile delivery systems. HPCL worked closely with the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas to prioritise household and essential LPG supplies and ensure uninterrupted service across Bharat.

HPCL’s performance during this period reflects the resilience of India’s energy infrastructure and the commitment of thousands of frontline personnel working continuously across the country. Amid global supply disruptions and heightened operational challenges, HPCL remained steadfast in its service to the nation, ensuring reliable access to clean cooking fuel for millions of Indian households.