Chandigarh, March 14 -- Thousands of desperate consumers were seen lining up outside gas agencies as early as 4.00 am amid the ongoing LPG shortage across Punjab and Chandigarh, triggered by geopolitical tensions in West Asia.
On Saturday, the situation has become so critical in Chandigarh that the administration has deployed police personnel to oversee the distribution of cylinders and manage the swelling crowds.
The ground reality in various districts remains grim despite administrative claims of sufficient stock. In Sangrur's Bhawanigarh area, residents waiting since the early hours were seen struggling with hunger, prompting local volunteers to start a 'langar' of tea and snacks for those in the queue.
Meanwhile, in Ludhiana's Shanti...