LPG Shortage Leads Eateries to Use Firewood and Raise Prices Across Cities

Due to a widespread shortage of LPG cylinders, many eateries in cities like Visakhapatnam, Hyderabad, and Thiruvananthapuram are reverting to traditional firewood stoves to continue operations. Vendors report difficulties in obtaining commercial gas despite high prices and delays in domestic cylinder deliveries, leading some to raise food prices. While some establishments have long used firewood for cooking, others are adopting hybrid methods. The shortage has also increased demand for electric kitchen appliances among households seeking alternatives.