A message recently went viral claiming that hotels in Hyderabad were removing items like dosa, puri, vada and chapati from their menus because of a cooking gas shortage. The post quickly spread across social media and caused concern among many people.
In reality, some small hotels and roadside eateries temporarily reduced a few menu items. This happened because commercial LPG cylinders were not reaching them on time in certain local areas.
To manage gas usage, a few eateries began serving items that require less cooking. Dishes like idli, upma, sambar rice and dal rice were offered more frequently during this period.
However, there is no major shortage of cooking gas or oil across India. Authorities indicate that the country continues to have sufficient supply to meet regular demand.
Sometimes local supply disruptions are interpreted as a nationwide crisis. In most cases these issues are temporary and limited to specific regions.
India has been managing its energy requirements carefully even during global tensions. Stable planning and diversified energy sources have helped maintain supply stability.
Managing energy needs for one of the world’s largest populations requires constant coordination. Government agencies and suppliers regularly monitor availability and distribution.
At the same time, ongoing global conflicts have created uncertainty in energy markets. Such developments can influence supply chains and fuel prices worldwide.
Because of this environment, rumours and misinformation often spread quickly online. It is important to verify such claims before assuming there is a widespread crisis.
For now, India continues to maintain adequate supplies of essential energy resources. Authorities say there is no need for panic among the public.
WAR: ON DOSA, PURI, VADA!!!
Hotels in Hyderabad decided to remove Dosa, Puri, Vada from their menus, thanks to the on going geopolitical situation.
Iran-Israel-America War has now reached the plates of Telangana citizens with most food items being edited out of the menus.… pic.twitter.com/KDlMeRgaro
— Revathi (@revathitweets) March 11, 2026
