LPG-IPL: India has also not remained untouched by the impact of America and Israel’s ongoing war with Iran. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas issued a statement on social media that due to fuel supply constraints, priority will be given to supply of LPG to domestic and essential non-domestic sectors. Now it is likely to impact IPL 2026 as well. However, BCCI is keeping an eye on this entire situation.
Will take decision according to the situation – Arun Dhumal
IPL Governing Council Chairman Arun Dhumal has said that he is constantly keeping an eye on the seriousness of the matter. Dhumal told The New Indian Express that we are reviewing the situation. Something new is developing every day in the war, so nothing can be said with certainty at this time. IPL 2026 is going to start in the next few days. Whatever the circumstances will be till that time, we will take a decision considering its seriousness.
Reason for delay in IPL schedule
IPL 2026 is to start from March 28. However, its schedule has not been announced yet. BCCI is working on all the details to avoid clash with the elections being held in many states. If the current situation due to the ongoing war in West Asia continues, then BCCI and IPL may have to reach some conclusion. Because, it will impact not only the league but every section of the society including industries, hospitals and educational institutions.
Meanwhile, many franchises have already started their camps in their respective cities. The camp of Chennai Super Kings has been going on for a few days. Rajasthan Royals have also organized their training camp. Punjab Kings have been camping in Dharamshala for the last few days, where around 10 players are participating.
Hotels in Bengaluru-Chennai were affected.
The continuous increase in the US-Israel-Iran war in West Asia has affected the supply of petroleum and LPG products. In the last few days, hotelier associations in both Bengaluru and Chennai have said that they have LPG supply left only for a day or two. Many hotels have started limiting their menus to optimize the use of LPG.
Apart from LPG supply, logistics will also be a challenge, as was seen during the recently concluded T20 World Cup 2026. Many teams, including Zimbabwe, West Indies and South Africa, could not leave India immediately due to the ongoing war in West Asia and disruptions in flight routes to their respective countries.