Bombay High Court Issues Notice to Centre on Plea Alleging LPG Exports Amid Domestic Shortage

The Bombay High Court issued notice to the Central Government and Confidence Petroleum India Ltd regarding a plea alleging that LPG exports are being prioritized over domestic supply during an acute shortage. 

The petitioners, six LPG dealers, claimed that supply disruptions in Maharashtra’s Vidarbha region are being exacerbated because significant volumes are diverted to international markets to capitalize on high prices.

The Court termed the issue as "serious" and of grave importance. Directing the company to ensure domestic supply aligns with prevailing government policy until the petition is decided.

The matter is scheduled for hearing on March 17.

[Omkar Sales & Ors. v. UOI & Ors.]