India April LPG consumption falls 16.2 percent YoY
India's LPG consumption fell to 2.2 million metric tons in April following supply disruptions in the Middle East. Gasoline and gasoil demand saw modest growth.
India liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) consumption fell 16.2% to 2.2 million metric tons in April. Supply disruptions followed the closure of the Strait of Hormuz after Israel and the United States attacked Iran. With 60% of LPG imported, India's energy security faces pressure as industrial users shift to piped gas alternatives.
### Supply Chain Vulnerabilities in the Middle East Data from the Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell (PPAC) shows imports account for 60% of India's demand. Middle Eastern suppliers provide 90% of these imports, leaving the domestic market exposed to regional maritime blockades. India consumed 33.15 million tons of LPG in 2025, primarily for residential cooking.
