LPG crisis: 40% of Kerala’s restaurants down shutters; firewood price skyrockets
TNN / Mar 14, 2026, 01:46 (IST)
Kerala's restaurant sector faces a severe crisis with 40% of eateries shut due to commercial LPG shortages. Remaining establishments are drastically altering menus, favoring bulk-cooked items over fresh preparations. Rising firewood and packaging costs, coupled with a labor exodus, further strain the industry, forcing difficult choices for survival.