Centre doubles supply of 5 kg LPG cylinders for migrant labourers.

PANAJI: The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has announced that the daily allocation of 5 kg FTL LPG cylinders available for distribution to migrant labourers in each State will be doubled.The decision has been taken based on the average daily supply of cylinders provided to migrant labourers during March 2–3, 2026, and will be implemented beyond the earlier cap of 20 percent.These 5 kg FTL cylinders will be placed at the disposal of the respective State Governments or their Food and Civil Supplies Departments. The cylinders are to be supplied exclusively to migrant labourers, with operational assistance from Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs).The move is aimed at improving access to clean cooking fuel for migrant workers and ensuring uninterrupted supply through state-level distribution mechanisms.