Patna: With the wedding season beginning in Patna, the district administration has introduced new rules for the use of LPG cylinders at large events. Officials have made it compulsory for families hosting weddings to use commercial LPG cylinders instead of domestic ones, in order to manage rising demand and avoid shortages. The move comes as concerns grow over limited supply during one of the busiest times of the year.
According to Additional District Magistrate (Supply) RK Diwakar, families must now apply in advance to get commercial gas cylinders. Applicants are required to submit a request to the Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO), along with a copy of the wedding invitation card and an estimate of the number of guests. Based on this information, officials will assess how many cylinders are needed and coordinate with oil companies to arrange the supply.
The administration has also made it mandatory for cooks and caterers to register themselves if they want to use commercial cylinders. Authorities say this step will help track usage and ensure proper distribution. Officials have warned that strict monitoring will be carried out to make sure that cylinders issued for weddings are used only for that purpose and not diverted elsewhere.
The new rules come at a time when Patna is already facing a shortage of commercial LPG cylinders. Current supply is around 30% less than the actual demand. To manage this, the administration has divided the available supply among different sectors, including hospitals, hotels, industries and street vendors. Officials say they may request additional supply from oil companies or adjust existing allocations to meet the needs of wedding events.
Families with weddings scheduled in the coming days, especially around mid-April, are worried about whether they will get enough gas in time. Authorities have said the shortage is partly due to global supply issues, including disruptions in oil and gas production in West Asia. For now, the government is trying to balance supply while ensuring that essential domestic needs are not affected.
