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State Owned Syndicate In Nepal Steps Up Sale And Distribution Of LPG Gas Following Shortage In Market Ahead Of The Elections

Nepali consumers purchase refilled LPG cylinders from the state syndicate, the Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC), as the cooking gas crunch hits the market ahead of the elections called for February 11, 2026. The state-owned syndicate, Nepal Oil Corporation, begins the sale and distribution of LPG after complaints of cooking gas shortages increase in the market. Consumers report that LPG cylinders are unavailable at authorized dealers. In response, the corporation sets up distribution counters at its head office to ensure immediate supply. Consumers who urgently need refills and are unable to obtain LPG from dealers can bring their empty cylinders to the Teku office for exchange. The corporation urges the public not to follow rumors of a gas shortage, stating that there is no disruption in imports or supply. Officials clarify that customs data show LPG imports take place in line with market demand. (Photo by Subaas Shrestha/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#13304833
Date Taken	11 February 2026
Location	N/A
Photographer	Subaas Shrestha/NurPhoto
Category	Human Interest
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Subaas Shrestha/NurPhoto

Nepal consumer purchase refilled LPG cylinder state syndicate Nepal Oil Corporation NOC cooking gas crunch market elections February 11 2026 state-owned sale distribution shortages authorized dealers distribution counters head-office supply refills empty cylinders Teku office exchange public rumors gas shortage disruption imports customs data market demand officials complaints Subaas Shrestha NurPhoto.