Govt eases rules for LPG consumers; users to get 30-day window to switch to PNG

In a major relief for domestic cooking gas consumers, the Government of India amended the Liquefied Petroleum Gas (Regulation of Supply and Distribution) Order, 2026, to make the transition between LPG and Piped Natural Gas (PNG) services more convenient and consumer-friendly, official sources said on Monday. The amended order, notified on May 25, 2026, introduces greater flexibility for consumers who obtain PNG connections after already having LPG connections. Under the revised rules, LPG consu