The Indian government has invoked the LPG Control Order, directing domestic refineries to maximise their liquefied petroleum gas yields in response to the ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
The directive, reported by Hindu Businessline, marks a decisive shift in New Delhi’s crisis management strategy, prioritising domestic supply stability over export flexibility as the energy chokepoint remains shut since late February 2026.
The move underscores the severity of the supply disruption for India, one of the world’s largest importers of crude oil and refined products.
By mandating higher LPG extraction rates, authorities aim to mitigate the risk of domestic shortages and price volatility that could otherwise spill over into broader inflationary pressures.
The order effectively repurposes refinery capacity to ensure that household and commercial fuel supplies remain uninterrupted despite the severed maritime route.
This development comes as diplomatic efforts to reopen the strait face mounting headwinds.