Many consumers across the country have reportedly begun receiving SMS notifications asking them to surrender their LPG cylinders, including connections from Indane Gas, Bharat Gas, and HP Gas. It has gained attention amid the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict in the Middle East, which has affected global oil and gas supply chains.
However, the government has clarified that domestic LPG connections should only be surrendered by households that already have active PNG (Piped Natural Gas) connections. The move is linked to the government's “One Household, One Gas Connection” policy.
Authorities aim to ensure that families with PNG access do not continue holding unnecessary domestic LPG connections while others remain on waiting lists or have limited access to cooking fuel.
Users can also confirm their details through:
How to Apply for a New PNG Connection
Step 1: Visit the official website of your local gas distributor, such as Indraprastha Gas or Mahanagar Gas.
Step 2: On the homepage, select the option “New PNG Connection.”
Step 3: Fill in the required personal details, including:
Name
Mobile number
Residential address
Email ID
Aadhaar number
Step 4: Upload the required identity and address proof documents.
Step 5: Pay the installation or registration fee and submit the application. After successful submission, a reference number will be generated for future tracking.
However, the government has clarified that domestic LPG connections should only be surrendered by households that already have active PNG (Piped Natural Gas) connections. The move is linked to the government's “One Household, One Gas Connection” policy.
Why the Government Is Asking Some Users to Surrender LPG Connections
The main objective behind the “One Household, One Gas Connection” rule is to prevent black marketing of cooking gas cylinders, encourage genuine usage, and make LPG connections available to households that truly depend on them.Authorities aim to ensure that families with PNG access do not continue holding unnecessary domestic LPG connections while others remain on waiting lists or have limited access to cooking fuel.
How to Check Your LPG Connection Status
Customers can verify whether their LPG connection is linked to their mobile number through the official portals of gas providers such as Indane Gas, Bharat Gas, and HP Gas.Users can also confirm their details through:
- Mobile apps of LPG providers
- Customer care helplines
- Previous LPG booking SMS messages
Steps to Surrender an LPG Connection
If a household already uses PNG and wishes to surrender its LPG connection, customers can follow these steps:- Contact the authorised LPG distributor or oil company
- Submit a formal surrender request
- Return the gas cylinder and regulator following the prescribed procedure
How to Apply for a New PNG Connection
Step 1: Visit the official website of your local gas distributor, such as Indraprastha Gas or Mahanagar Gas.Step 2: On the homepage, select the option “New PNG Connection.”
Step 3: Fill in the required personal details, including:
Name
Mobile number
Residential address
Email ID
Aadhaar number
Step 4: Upload the required identity and address proof documents.
Step 5: Pay the installation or registration fee and submit the application. After successful submission, a reference number will be generated for future tracking.
