LPG Cylinder Shortage Hits Delhi High Court Lawyers' Canteen, Main Course Food Suspended

The Lawyers' Canteen at the Delhi High Court has temporarily stopped serving main course food items due to the unavailability of LPG gas cylinders.

In a notice dated March 11, issued by the canteen management, it was informed that the shortage of LPG has made it impossible to prepare cooked meals.

“This is to respectfully inform you that due to the unavailability of the LPG gas cylinder at present, we regret that we are unable to prepare and serve the main course items in the Lawyers Canteen,” the notice stated.

The canteen management also said that there is no clarity on when the gas supply will resume.

“At the moment, we do not have any information regarding when the LPG supply will be restored. We will resume the preparation of the main course as soon as the gas supply becomes available,” the notice added.

However, the canteen clarified that certain food items which do not require cooking will continue to be available.

“Other food items such as sandwiches, salads, fruit chaats and similar refreshments are available and will continue to be served,” it said.

The notice, signed by Sandeep Sharma of the Lawyers' Canteen, apologised for the inconvenience caused to advocates and court staff and sought their understanding and cooperation.

The shortage of LPG cylinders is reportedly linked to disruptions in supply chains amid the ongoing tensions and conflicts in West Asia involving the United States, Israel and Iran, which have affected fuel logistics in some parts of India.

Yesterday, the Central Government had invoked the Essential Commodities Act to regulate the supply of natural gas in view of the West Asia crisis and the blockade at the Hormuz Strait.