Rajasthan | LPG shortages have led to the shutdown of numerous factories, thousands of workers being sent home or forced into migration
LPG की किल्लत! राजस्थान में फैक्ट्रियां बंद, मज़बूरी में मजदूरों का पलायन, मुंबई-सूरत में लंबी कतारें
The impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East now appears to be deepening across several states in India. The LPG crisis has shaken everything from industrial sectors to the daily lives of common citizens. In states like Rajasthan, Mumbai, and Gujarat, severe gas shortages are forcing factories to shut down; the exodus of migrant workers has accelerated, and even the simple act of cooking has become a struggle for the general public. — Bharat Samachar
Factories Shut in Rajasthan; Workers Face Crisis
The shortage of commercial LPG in Rajasthan has had a direct impact on industries. Textile, marble, and chemical factories are shutting down, leaving thousands of workers unemployed. The industrial supply chain has been completely disrupted, and the situation is beginning to resemble the conditions witnessed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
According to a report by Aaj Tak, workers at the Borosil factory in Ringas, near Jaipur, stated that the facility has been locked down due to the suspension of gas supplies, forcing them to return home with their families. Pankaj and Anees, who work in the Sitapura Industrial Area, also reported that their factory owner halted operations three days ago and settled their final accounts.
Crowds at Stations; Worker Exodus Accelerates
Upon the arrival of the Ajmer-Sealdah train in Jaipur, massive crowds were witnessed on the platform. A frantic scramble ensued among workers attempting to board the train to return to their home states of Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal. Similar scenes were observed on the Ajmer-Kishanganj Garib Nawaz Express, where people were seen struggling to squeeze into the train while carrying their luggage.
At Mumbai’s Lokmanya Tilak Terminus, the crowds consist not of vacationers, but of people returning home out of sheer necessity. Workers explain that they are unable to procure gas cylinders, and the cost of eating out has become so exorbitant that it has become impossible to make ends meet.
Gas Crisis in Mumbai and Surat; Black Marketing at its Peak
The situation in Mumbai is extremely dire, with people standing in long queues just to secure a single LPG cylinder. Common citizens allege that a gas cylinder, previously available for 900–1,000 rupees, is now being sold for 2,500 to 3,000 rupees—and that too, without any guarantee of availability.
In Surat, Gujarat, the severe shortage of LPG has triggered a mass exodus of migrant laborers. The workers argue that since cooking meals has become nearly impossible, there is no point in remaining in the city. Many are packing up their belongings and returning to their villages, vowing not to return until the situation normalizes.
Helplines Prove Ineffective; Resentment Mounts
Industry owners report that even after contacting the government helplines, they are unable to obtain any clear information. According to a report by Aaj Tak, Navneet Jhalani, General Secretary of the Bagru Industries Association, stated that despite calling the helpline, he received no concrete response; moreover, the officials themselves appeared to be completely unaware of any relevant orders.
Experts warn that if international tensions persist, the fuel crisis could deepen further. Public anger is mounting, and citizens are demanding that the government curb black marketing and ensure alternative supply channels so that households can keep their kitchen fires burning.
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