Indian Oil Corporation Limited has increased its Auto LPG supply across Karnataka following a surge in demand, driven by the closure or partial shutdown of several private outlets | Photo Credit: NAGARA GOPAL/THE HINDU

Indian Oil Corporation Limited has scaled up its Auto LPG supplies across Karnataka in response to a surge in demand, particularly following the closure or partial shutdown of several private Auto LPG outlets in Bengaluru and other parts of the state.

IndianOil is currently meeting the fuel requirements of auto rickshaws and LPG-driven vehicles through its network of 55 Auto LPG Dispensing Stations (ALDS) spread across Karnataka. With over 300 outlets operated by private players reportedly closed or partially operational, a substantial portion of demand has shifted to PSU outlets, the company said.

“Despite the increased operational load on our infrastructure, IndianOil has made concerted efforts to ensure uninterrupted supply and efficient service delivery to LPG-powered vehicles during this challenging period,” said the company in its official statement.

Average daily sales at IndianOil’s ALDS in Karnataka have risen sharply to 59.53 metric tonnes (MT), compared to the previous three-month average of 43.4 MT, reflecting a significant increase in consumer demand.

Published on April 2, 2026