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Mains issueGS-2News & Analysis08 September 2026

How US share in India’s LPG imports surged to over 50% in 6 months

Source: indianexpress.comOriginal report

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India's LPG imports have undergone a significant shift, with the US's share surging to over 50% from less than 10% in six months. This change is primarily attributed to supply disruptions from West Asia due to regional conflict and the effective halt of vessel movements through the critical Strait of Hormuz. The disruption, impacting India's high import dependence for energy, led to a 43.1% decline in overall LPG imports and prompted India to implement rationing measures, maximize domestic production, and seek diversification of its energy sources, including potential long-term deals with the US.

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India's LPG imports have undergone a significant shift, with the US's share surging to over 50% from less than 10% in six months. This change is primarily attributed to supply disruptions from West Asia due to regional conflict and the effective halt of vessel movements through the critical Strait of Hormuz. The disruption, impacting India's high import dependence for energy, led to a 43.1% decline in overall LPG imports and prompted India to implement rationing measures, maximize domestic production, and seek diversification of its energy sources, including potential long-term deals with the US.

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