In India, new LPG gas connections are generally available now , but the exact start date depends on your city, distributor, and whether your area has any temporary supply or paperwork delays. Recent reports also show a push toward PNG in areas where pipeline infrastructure exists, and households with PNG may be asked to surrender domestic LPG connections.

What is happening now

  • Oil companies had informally paused some new LPG connections in certain places during the supply crunch, so availability may still vary by locality.
  • The government introduced new LPG rules effective 1 May 2026, including a no-dual LPG-PNG policy and longer booking intervals in some areas.
  • In localities where PNG is available, new LPG access can be restricted because households are expected to shift to piped gas.

Practical answer

If you are asking “when will I be able to get a new gas connection?” , the safest answer is:

  1. If your area has normal LPG supply: you can apply now, but approval and installation depend on the distributor.
  1. If your area is under a freeze or shortage: there may be a delay until the distributor resumes fresh allotments.
  1. If PNG is available in your area: you may be directed toward PNG instead of a fresh LPG connection.

What to expect

The current trend is not a single nationwide “start date,” but a case-by- case rollout based on locality and fuel policy. Reports from March to June 2026 show more emphasis on PNG expansion and tighter LPG eligibility rules rather than a universal new-connection launch date.

Simple takeaway

For most people, the answer is now or soon, depending on your area , but in many localities the practical path may be PNG rather than a fresh LPG cylinder connection.

If you want, I can also tell you the current status for your city or gas company in a simple format.