The LPG cylinder shortage in Mumbai is severely impacting the hotel and restaurant industry, as reported by the Hotel and Restaurant Association of India (AHAR). If the supply does not improve, restaurant owners warn that they may have to shut down operations within two days. The situation has escalated due to halts in commercial gas supplies and delays in deliveries, leading to a critical shortage that threatens the viability of numerous establishments.

Vijay Shetty, the president of AHAR, has indicated that the shortage is progressively worsening, with 10 to 20 percent of members currently facing supply issues. By Tuesday, it is anticipated that 60 percent of restaurants will be affected, with a complete shutdown looming for all establishments within the following day if the situation does not change quickly. The urgency of the issue has led to outreach to authorities, including a letter to the Petroleum Minister and communication with the Maharashtra Civil Supplies Minister Chhagan Bhujbal.

Restaurant operators in Mumbai are becoming increasingly desperate as the crisis unfolds. They highlight the direct correlation between LPG supply and their ability to serve customers, warning that the cumulative effects of a gas shortage may lead to significant disruptions in the food service industry. Immediate action is being sought to resolve the delivery issues and ensure a steady supply of LPG to avoid widespread restaurant closures within the city.