Middle East conflict: Indraprastha Gas assures uninterrupted PNG, CNG supply

NEW DELHI: Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) has assured consumers that the supply of Piped Natural Gas (PNG) for household cooking and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) for vehicles will continue without disruption despite volatility in global energy markets triggered by the escalating conflict in the Middle East.

The assurance follows the Natural Gas (Supply Regulation) Order, 2026, issued on March 9, under which the supply of natural gas to Domestic PNG and CNG has been placed in the top priority category, accordig to news agency ANI.




In a statement, the company said it remains committed to ensuring uninterrupted supply of natural gas for households and the transport sector in line with the government mandate.



"Accordingly we would like to assure the uninterrupted supply of Domestic PNG for household cooking and CNG for fueling for public transport and private vehicles to maintain urban mobility as per the government mandate and availability of natural gas supply," the company said.

IGL further stated that it will continue to focus on maintaining high service standards while keeping customer needs at the centre of its operations.

"IGL remains persistent in its commitment to excellence, ensuring that customer service is at the heart of every endeavour we undertake," the company added.

The assurance from the city gas distributor comes at a time when global energy markets are witnessing heightened volatility due to disruptions in crude oil and natural gas supplies linked to the ongoing tensions in the Middle East.

According to industry developments, crude oil supply has been significantly affected by the escalating military conflict in the region, pushing benchmark prices such as Brent crude to around USD 100 per barrel.

Supplies of natural gas and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) are also facing challenges due to disruptions in maritime trade routes.

One of the key factors behind the supply concerns is the virtual closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global shipping route for energy supplies.

The Strait of Hormuz is considered a critical maritime chokepoint that handles nearly 20 per cent of global Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) trade. Any disruption along this route can significantly affect the movement of natural gas and related energy commodities across international markets.