Amid concerns triggered by the ongoing tensions following the Iran–Israel conflict, long queues were witnessed at several LPG distribution points in Bandipora as residents rushed to refill their cooking gas cylinders fearing a possible shortage. However, local LPG distributors have clarified that there is no shortage of cooking gas in the district and urged people not to panic. Officials from gas agencies said that they currently have sufficient stock of LPG cylinders to meet demand for at least the next 15 days. The rush at distribution centres, they said, was largely driven by rumours circulating among residents about a possible disruption in supply due to the international crisis. “We request people not to panic. There is enough stock available and the supply chain is functioning normally,” a local gas agency official said. He added that consumers should avoid unnecessary crowding at gas counters and instead book cylinders from home through the official booking system. Officials further said that once a booking is made, cylinders will be delivered directly to consumers’ doorsteps, ensuring convenience and preventing overcrowding at distribution points.