The proposed hotel shutdown in Kerala has been officially called off after authorities stepped in to resolve the ongoing cooking gas shortage.
The decision came following a crucial meeting led by the Civil Supplies Commissioner, where immediate measures were promised to ease the LPG crisis. The Kerala Hotel and Restaurant Association (KHRA), which had earlier announced the strike, withdrew its protest citing the positive response from the government.
Officials assured that 20% of LPG cylinders will be supplied to hotels without delay, helping them continue operations. Additionally, the government is considering granting hotels the status of essential services, a move that could secure uninterrupted access to cooking gas in the future.
Authorities also revealed that LPG distribution will be scaled up as the situation improves. Hotels located in areas with pipeline gas facilities will receive priority connections to reduce dependence on cylinders.
To ensure smooth implementation, district-level coordination committees will be formed under Supply Officers, with active participation from KHRA representatives to manage and monitor cylinder distribution effectively.
The move comes as a welcome relief for both hotel owners and customers, preventing disruptions in food services across the state.
