India taps US for cooking gas: LPG imports to cross 1 M tonnes amid Middle East disruption

India's LPG imports from the US are set to hit a record 1 million tonnes in June, a significant shift driven by Middle Eastern supply disruptions. Despite higher costs, New Delhi is prioritizing uninterrupted cooking fuel for households. While traditional suppliers are gradually recovering, the US has become a crucial alternative source, highlighting a strategic pivot in energy sourcing.

By TOI BUSINESS DESK