LPG New Rules 2026: What Are the New 30-Day and 90-Day Rules for Indane, BharatGas and HP Gas Users?

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has introduced new regulations for domestic LPG consumers under the Petroleum Gas (Regulation of Supply and Distribution) Amendment Order, 2026 and the Natural Gas and Petroleum Products Distribution Order, 2026. The new rules are aimed at preventing dual domestic gas connections, reducing commercial misuse of subsidized LPG cylinders, promoting the adoption of Piped Natural Gas (PNG), and ensuring a transparent gas distribution system.

The new policy primarily affects households that have access to both LPG cylinders and PNG connections.

LPG New Rules 2026: Overview

Why Have the New LPG Rules Been Introduced?

The government has introduced the new LPG regulations to:

• Prevent dual domestic gas connections.
• Stop illegal commercial use and hoarding of LPG cylinders.
• Encourage households to shift to Piped Natural Gas (PNG) where available.
• Improve transparency in LPG distribution.
• Reduce dependence on imported LPG.
• Promote efficient use of domestic gas infrastructure.

The policy is part of the government’s broader strategy to expand PNG coverage in urban areas while ensuring uninterrupted LPG supply in rural regions.

What is the New 30-Day LPG Rule?

The 30-day rule applies to households that have recently received a new PNG connection while also having an active domestic LPG connection.

Under the new rule:

• Once the PNG connection becomes fully operational, consumers have 30 days to surrender their domestic LPG connection.
• Households will not be allowed to keep both active domestic PNG and LPG connections simultaneously, unless exempted.
• Consumers must submit a surrender request to their Indane, BharatGas or HP Gas distributor.
• If the LPG connection is not surrendered within the prescribed period, the LPG account may be blocked, preventing future cylinder refills.

What is the New 90-Day LPG Rule?

The 90-day rule applies to consumers living in areas where the PNG pipeline network is already available but who continue to rely on LPG cylinders.

Under the new regulations:

• Eligible households will receive notifications from the local City Gas Distribution (CGD) company.
• Consumers will be given 30 to 90 days to apply for a PNG connection.
• If they fail to shift within the prescribed period, the existing domestic LPG supply may be suspended or discontinued, subject to applicable rules.

The objective is to increase PNG adoption in cities where pipeline infrastructure has already been developed.

Exemptions Under the New LPG Rules

The government has provided several exemptions to protect consumers facing genuine difficulties.

1. Areas Without PNG Network

The new rules do not apply to households located in areas where PNG infrastructure has not yet been established.

Such consumers can continue using LPG cylinders as usual.

2. Buildings with Structural Constraints

If a PNG pipeline is available in the locality but cannot be safely installed in a particular building due to structural limitations, residents can apply for a No Objection Certificate (NOC) or exemption from the gas distribution company.

3. Transfer Voucher (TV) Facility

Consumers who surrender their LPG connection under the new rules can obtain a Transfer Voucher (TV) from their distributor.

This voucher allows them to restore their LPG connection later without paying a fresh security deposit or new connection charges, if required.

Will These Rules Affect Rural Consumers?

The primary focus of the new policy is urban households where PNG infrastructure is available.

Consumers in rural areas, where PNG networks are not operational, will continue to receive LPG cylinder services without any changes.

Which LPG Consumers Are Covered?

The rules apply to domestic LPG consumers of:

• Indane Gas
• BharatGas
• HP Gas

Only consumers located in PNG-covered areas will be affected by the new regulations.

Objectives of the New Policy

The government aims to:

• Eliminate duplicate domestic gas connections.
• Prevent misuse of subsidized LPG cylinders.
• Increase PNG adoption in urban India.
• Improve transparency in fuel distribution.
• Reduce LPG imports.
• Promote cleaner and more efficient energy use.

Key Highlights

• The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has introduced new LPG rules in 2026.
• Two major regulations have been introduced: the 30-Day Rule and the 90-Day Rule.
• Consumers with a newly activated PNG connection must surrender their LPG connection within 30 days.
• Households in PNG-covered areas may have 30–90 days to switch to PNG.
• Exemptions are available for areas without PNG coverage and buildings where pipeline installation is not feasible.
• Consumers surrendering LPG connections can obtain a Transfer Voucher (TV) for future reconnection.