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New Delhi: Bringing relief to industries and energy consumers, the Centre has withdrawn the temporary restrictions on natural gas supply after geopolitical tensions in the Middle East eased and LNG imports began returning to normal.
The emergency curbs had been imposed earlier this year when escalating tensions in the Middle East raised concerns over the movement of liquefied natural gas (LNG) through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy shipping route.
To safeguard domestic energy security during the uncertainty, the government had prioritised natural gas supplies to essential sectors such as city gas distribution networks and fertiliser plants, while restricting supplies to several industrial consumers.
With the regional situation stabilising and LNG shipments normalising, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas announced that the temporary restrictions have now been lifted.In an official statement, the ministry said the decision reflects growing confidence that energy supplies from the Middle East are no longer under immediate threat, allowing the government to restore normal gas allocation across sectors.
The move is expected to provide a boost to industries that were affected by the supply curbs and ensure smoother operations for businesses dependent on natural gas.
Despite easing the restrictions, the Centre emphasised that it will continue to closely monitor global developments and remain prepared to take appropriate measures if fresh geopolitical disruptions threaten India’s energy security.
The decision comes as India seeks to balance energy affordability with supply security, while remaining vigilant against any future disruptions in the global energy market.
