A critical shortage of LPG is pushing micro, small and medium enterprises towards an operational crisis, the Association of Indian Entrepreneurs said, calling for urgent intervention of central and state governments to prevent job losses in the sector.
Association of Indian Entrepreneurs National Chairman K E Raghunathan highlighted that for thousands of small industries, commercial kitchens, and food processors, “LPG is not just a fuel, it is a lifeline of daily production.”
In a statement on Sunday, he said, “When supply becomes uncertain and prices rise sharply, MSMEs simply cannot absorb the shock.”
“Unlike large corporations, MSMEs operate on extremely thin margins. A sudden spike in energy costs or irregular LPG supply can force many units to cut production, reduce workforce, or temporarily shut down operations. If this situation continues, it could trigger a chain reaction impacting employment, supply chains and local economies,” he added.
Raghunathan urged the central and .​A critical shortage of LPG is pushing micro, small and medium enterprises towards an operational crisis, the Association of Indian Entrepreneurs said, calling for urgent intervention of central and state governments to prevent job losses in the sector.
Association of Indian Entrepreneurs National Chairman K E Raghunathan highlighted that for thousands of small industries, commercial kitchens, and food processors, “LPG is not just a fuel, it is a lifeline of daily production.”
In a statement on Sunday, he said, “When supply becomes uncertain and prices rise sharply, MSMEs simply cannot absorb the shock.”
“Unlike large corporations, MSMEs operate on extremely thin margins. A sudden spike in energy costs or irregular LPG supply can force many units to cut production, reduce workforce, or temporarily shut down operations. If this situation continues, it could trigger a chain reaction impacting employment, supply chains and local economies,” he added.
Raghunathan urged the central and . ​Latest News [ SOBAN NEWS: International and National ]
