Lucknow: For LPG, caterers have to link application with wedding invitation

Lucknow: In a bid to save the wedding season from a looming gas crisis, the district administration has introduced measures to manage the rising demand for commercial LPG cylinders. During the period beginning April 14, families and caterers must follow a formal application process to secure gas supplies.

Under the new guidelines, those who require LPG cylinders for wedding-related events must submit an application along with a copy of the wedding invitation card. This step is intended to verify the authenticity of the request and limit misuse/hoarding of domestic LPG supplies.

Officials said that once the submitted documents are reviewed and verified, commercial LPG cylinders will be issued specifically to registered caterers. This ensures that large-scale cooking requirements for weddings are met through appropriate commercial channels rather than household supplies, which are intended for domestic use.

The administration believes this move will streamline distribution, prevent black marketing and reduce the burden on regular consumers. Authorities also called on the public to cooperate with the new system, stressing that these measures are temporary and aimed at maintaining supply stability during peak demand.

The initiative has been implemented with immediate effect and will remain in place throughout the wedding season.

Vyapar Mandal Raghvendra Chaudhary, Chairman of Uttar Pradesh Adarsh ​​Tent Catering and Decoration, said, “A delegation of the association met Additional District Magistrate (Food and Civil Supplies) Jyoti Gautam on Wednesday to highlight the issue. We have expressed concern that shortage of commercial gas cylinders during the peak wedding season could seriously disrupt the catering services.”

Responding to the concerns, ADM Jyoti Gautam assured the delegation that there would be no shortage of commercial gas cylinders during marriage functions. She said caterers and families hosting weddings can obtain cylinders by submitting valid documents such as wedding invitation cards and order booking forms.

The delegation also met District Magistrate Vishak G who said that applicants can submit these documents at the district supply office or the ADM (food and civil supplies) office. Based on the requirement, instructions will be issued to concerned gas agencies to ensure timely supply.

He emphasized that uninterrupted gas supply is critical not only for the catering business but also for maintaining the dignity and smooth execution of social functions.

The administration has reiterated its commitment to ensure that no disruption takes place during the wedding season, offering relief to both traders and residents.

Meanwhile, oil company officials said LPG supplies are expected to normalize after the two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran.

The administration appealed to the public and businesses to cooperate with the temporary measures, stressing that the initiative is focused on maintaining fairness, preventing shortages and ensuring celebrations continue without disruption.