Indian Oil Increases Auto LPG Supply by 300% in Bengaluru Amid Shortage

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has significantly increased its Auto LPG supplies to Bengaluru by nearly 300% to address a severe shortage caused by disruptions in private sector supply chains. On April 15, 2026, IOCL supplied 75.53 metric tonnes (MT) of Auto LPG, a substantial rise from the usual daily average of approximately 23 MT prior to the crisis. This surge in demand is attributed to the ongoing conflict in West Asia, which has impacted private Auto LPG Dispensing Stations (ALDS) that dominate nearly 80% of the market in Bengaluru and across Karnataka. Consequently, consumers have shifted towards IOCL outlets, leading to long queues at various stations. To mitigate the situation, IOCL has ensured that all its ALDS outlets in Bengaluru remain operational without interruption. Additionally, the company has doubled its supply availability across Karnataka, dispatching over 83 MT daily compared to the previous average of 43.5 MT. This strategic ramp-up aims to stabilize fuel availability and meet the heightened consumer demand resulting from the broader geopolitical tensions affecting private supply networks.