LPG Cylinder Booking: Timing, Duration, and 25-Day Rule

Many families run out of cooking gas not because they use too much, but because they book their LPG cylinders too late.

A standard 14.2 kg cylinder lasts between 20 to 60 days depending on family size and cooking habits.

The key is to book the next cylinder 22-25 days after the last booking to ensure it arrives before the current one runs out.

Factors like a partially blocked burner, heating water on gas, and leaving the flame on while preparing food can make the cylinder run out faster.

The government allows up to 9 subsidised cylinders per year for PMUY connections.

Booking through platforms like Bajaj Finance can make the process easier and more efficient.