India is tightening access to domestic liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) as global oil prices surge due to escalating conflicts in West Asia. The government has prioritized household LPG consumption by introducing a 25-day lock-in period for cylinder bookings, up from the previous 21 days. This measure aims to prevent hoarding and ensure that domestic consumers have access to cooking gas. However, it may create supply constraints for industrial users, such as hotels and ceramics manufacturers. Brent crude prices recently surged over 25%, reaching $100 per barrel for the first time in four years, prompting the Indian Ministry of Petroleum to direct refiners to maximize LPG production by diverting resources from non-essential products. India, which imports nearly 90% of its oil, is particularly vulnerable to disruptions in West Asian supplies, which account for a significant portion of its LPG imports. The finance minister acknowledged that while inflation is currently stable, rising energy prices could eventually impact retail inflation if fuel prices increase. As the conflict in West Asia escalates, the Indian government remains focused on meeting domestic energy demands.