Fuel Crisis Strikes Tamil Nadu: Hospitality and Transport Sectors Face Turmoil

A severe LPG shortage is causing widespread disruptions across Tamil Nadu, impacting restaurants, transport, and leading to panic buying among motorists. Despite assurances from authorities, long queues and dry outlets have fueled anxiety, prompting calls for demonstrations and criticism of government actions.

The ongoing LPG shortage in Tamil Nadu has caused significant disruptions across various sectors, with panic buying seen across cities. Despite assurances from oil companies and state officials, motorists face long waits at petrol stations, exacerbating fear and unrest among the populace.

The hospitality sector is particularly affected, forcing many eateries to reduce their offerings and temporarily close. Transport is also hit, with gas-run auto-rickshaws off the roads and fares rising due to extended waiting times at stations. The crisis has even affected IT companies, prompting remote work policies for some employees.

Political criticisms are mounting, with local leaders accusing the central government of artificially creating the scarcity for private gain. Demonstrations are planned, as officials work to stabilize supply chains amid external geopolitical pressures.

(With inputs from agencies.)