Patna: The gas supply system in Bihar has been severely disrupted, affecting both commercial establishments and household consumers. While the supply of commercial LPG cylinders has been temporarily halted, domestic consumers are facing delays in cylinder deliveries due to technical issues and supply imbalances.

The disruption has particularly hit hotels and restaurants, many of which are struggling to operate as commercial LPG supply has been stopped for the time being. Meanwhile, domestic consumers are facing difficulties due to delays in receiving the Delivery Authentication Code (DAC) even after booking cylinders.

Across several districts, including Patna, people have been visiting gas agency offices in large numbers as DAC codes are not being generated despite bookings. Long queues have been seen outside agencies since morning, with staff attempting to explain the situation to concerned consumers.

However, Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has maintained that there is no shortage of domestic LPG in the state. The company has instructed all agencies to ensure that cylinders are delivered to consumers who have already made bookings.