Kerala's LPG Crisis: Urgent Intervention Needed

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has highlighted concerns over LPG availability amid West Asia tensions, urging Prime Minister Modi's intervention. The gas price hikes and supply limitations heavily impact households and the service sector, necessitating immediate governmental action to ensure continuous supply and possibly subsidies.

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan expressed deep concern on Wednesday regarding cooking gas availability amidst strained conditions in West Asia, urging Prime Minister Narendra Modi for apt measures.

Vijayan highlighted the serious implications of recent LPG price hikes and shortages across Kerala, which threaten financial strains on families and disruptions in various sectors.

The Chief Minister called for urgent government intervention to ensure sufficient LPG supply, particularly during Ramadan, suggesting subsidies as a potential relief measure.

(With inputs from agencies.)