In an attempt to keep their kitchens running, many restaurants in Bengaluru have turned to alternatives such as kerosene stoves, induction cooktops, and even wood-fired cooking amid what hoteliers describe as a near-total shortage of commercial LPG cylinders.
With the uncertainty continuing for a second day, several establishments have begun cutting down on “operating hours” apart from the menu options.
Reporting: Rishita Khanna
Video & Editing: Ravichandran N
Published – March 11, 2026 10:30 pm IST


