Know these 7 government rules regarding cylinders during LPG scarcity, your connection will never be cut

LPG News: If you are using LPG gas cylinder at home, then this news is very important for you. Recently many new rules have been implemented regarding gas connections and cylinder distribution. The government has put in place some rules to curb bogus connections, black market and multiple registrations of the same person. Failure to follow these rules may lead to difficulties in booking gas or getting cylinder delivery. So learn these rules carefully.

7 important rules related to LPG:

1 OTP Verification

OTP verification is now mandatory at the time of delivery of gas cylinders. After booking the cylinder, an OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number. You will get the cylinder only after telling this OTP to the delivery person. The aim is to ensure that the cylinder reaches the genuine customer.

2. E-KYC and biometric updating

Governments and oil companies are urging consumers to complete their e-KYC process. Biometric verification is also being done at many places. If your KYC is not up to date, you may face difficulties in getting gas service in future.

3. Updating mobile number

Your mobile number must be up-to-date in the records of the gas agency. OTP, booking confirmation and other important information are sent to this number. If your number has changed, please visit the agency as soon as possible to get it updated.

4. No other bookings can be made

As per the new rules, another LPG booking cannot be made within 25 days of receiving a gas cylinder in urban areas. The objective is to ensure the distribution of gas according to the actual requirement.

5. 45 days rule for villages

A period of 45 days has been made mandatory for booking the second cylinder in rural areas. The measure is aimed at curbing fake bookings and black market of gas.

6. Monitoring of PNG grants

In areas where PNG facilities are available, monitoring of implementation of rules related to LPG subsidy and connection is being tightened. Government’s objective is to prevent misuse of both these services.

7. Checking multiple connections to the same address

Cases of multiple LPG connections at the same address are now being investigated by the oil companies. Any addition found to be fraudulent or violating the rules may be actioned.

What are the benefits of these rules?

These new rules will ensure timely delivery of gas cylinders to genuine consumers. Also, it will help in curbing bogus connections, duplicate customer accounts and black market. This will make the gas distribution system more transparent and secure.