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4 years of Yogi government: A conclave by News State Uttar Pradesh
NEW DELHI: News State Uttar Pradesh decked the stage in Lucknow and discussed the extensive development in Uttar Pradesh, on the completion of four years of the Yogi government. The event had a versatile line-up of veteran cabinet ministers, Deputy CM along with chief minister of Uttar Pradesh Yogi Adityanath, to answer the questions of the public.
The conclave commenced with the session of deputy chief minister of Uttar Pradesh, Dr Dinesh Sharma. While drawing a picture of the digital revolution happening in the education system of UP, he stated, how a large number of the youth have succeeded in fulfilling their dream of employment during these past four years of this government. Not only did he counteract the statements of the opponent on this occasion but also claimed that many historians twisted the history of this country under a conspiracy.
Followed by the session of the power minister of Uttar Pradesh government, Shrikant Sharma, where he claimed that 24-hour electricity is being provided in the NCR. He also informed the audience about the revolutionary change in the field of solar energy. He concluded his session by informing about the development taking place in the field of religious tourism in Mathura and Vrindavan.
This platform also witnessed a session by the jal shakti minister Dr Mahendra Singh, where he presented major achievements of his ministry. He discussed the successful efforts of the government to provide clean water to every house in the state and counted how his ministry is constantly taking new steps for the cleanliness of Ganga and Yamuna.
The next session was with women welfare minister Swati Singh, who discussed her ministry's efforts and success on every issue related to women's safety and daughters' education. She also spoke in detail about the government helpline schemes being run for women.
All the ministers on the platform mentioned how the Uttar Pradesh government have not only fought the battle with Covid2019 but were also able to win it to a great extent. The conclave also had sessions with the folk singer Malini Awasthi, and UP Film Development Council president Raju Srivastava.
Awasthi graced the occasion with her melodious voice but also commented on how the changing picture of Ayodhya is filling every countryman with pride.
Famous comedian Raju Srivastava revealed the merits of the International Film City being built in Greater Noida and as always, he did not forget to tickle the audience with his wit and great comic timing.
The event concluded with a session with chief ministerYogi Adityanath. Answering the question, “At what speed the development has increased in Uttar Pradesh after 2017?” The CM responded to this by citing data and projects. He also counted many achievements of the government, including One District One Product (ODOP), and the Expressways.
When asked about the 2022 election battle, he announced that the people of UP will choose BJP once again.
The News State Uttar Pradesh Conclave was successful in every way because the public was able to closely understand the changes happening with respect to the economic, social, business, and political spheres in UP.
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Induction cooktop demand spikes 30× amid LPG supply concerns
Supply worries linked to West Asia tensions push households and restaurants to turn to electric cooking alternatives
MUMBAI: As geopolitical tensions in West Asia ripple through global energy supply chains, the familiar blue flame in Indian kitchens is facing an unexpected challenger: electricity.
What began as concerns over the availability of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) has quickly evolved into a technology-driven shift in cooking habits. Households across India are increasingly turning to induction cooktops and other electric appliances, initially as a backup but now, for many, a necessity.
A sudden surge in demand
Recent data from quick-commerce and grocery platform BigBasket highlights the scale of the shift. According to Seshu Kumar Tirumala, the company’s chief buying and merchandising officer, demand for induction cooktops has risen dramatically.
“Induction cooktops have seen a significant surge in demand, recording a fivefold jump on 10 March and a thirtyfold spike on 11 March,” Tirumala said.
The increase stands out sharply when compared with broader kitchen appliance trends. Most appliance categories are growing within 10 per cent of their typical demand levels, while induction cooktops have witnessed explosive growth as households rush to secure an alternative cooking option.
Major e-commerce platforms including Amazon and Flipkart have reported rising searches and orders for induction stoves. Quick-commerce apps such as Blinkit and Zepto have also witnessed stock shortages in major metropolitan areas including Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru.
What was once considered a convenient appliance for hostels, small kitchens or occasional use has suddenly become an essential addition in many homes.
A crisis thousands of miles away
The trigger for this shift lies far beyond India’s kitchens.
Escalating conflict in the Middle East has disrupted shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy corridors. Nearly 85 to 90 per cent of India’s LPG imports pass through this narrow waterway, making the country particularly vulnerable to supply disruptions.
The ripple effects have been swift.
India currently meets roughly 60 per cent of its LPG demand through imports, and tightening global supply has already begun to affect domestic availability and prices.
Earlier this month, the price of domestic LPG cylinders increased by Rs 60, while commercial cylinders rose by more than Rs 114.
To discourage panic buying and hoarding, the government has also extended the mandatory waiting period between domestic refill bookings from 21 days to 25 days.
Restaurants feel the pressure
The strain is not limited to households. Restaurants, hotels and roadside eateries are also grappling with supply constraints as commercial LPG availability tightens under restrictions imposed through the Essential Commodities Act.
In cities such as Bengaluru and Chennai, restaurant associations report that commercial LPG availability has dropped by as much as 75 per cent, forcing many establishments to rethink their kitchen operations.
Some restaurants have reduced menu offerings, while others are rapidly installing high-efficiency induction systems, creating hybrid kitchens where electricity now shares the workload with gas.
For smaller eateries and roadside dhabas, the shift is less about sustainability and more about survival.
A potential structural shift
The government has maintained that there is no nationwide LPG crisis and has directed refineries to increase production to stabilise supply.
Nevertheless, the developments of March 2026 may already be triggering a longer-term behavioural shift.
For decades, LPG has been the backbone of cooking in Indian households. However, recent disruptions have highlighted the risks of relying on a single fuel source.
Increasingly, households appear to be hedging against uncertainty by adopting electric cooking options to guard against price volatility and delivery delays.
If the current trend continues, the induction cooktop, once viewed as a niche appliance, could emerge as a quiet symbol of India’s evolving kitchen economy.
