Amid Middle East crisis, Pune civic body suspends gas-based crematoriums; LPG supply prioritised for households
Pune Municipal Corporation has temporarily suspended all gas-based crematoriums following a Union ministry directive prioritizing domestic LPG. This decision impacts crematoriums across civic areas, including the Vaikunth facility, which will now rely on electric and wood-based furnaces. The move comes despite plans announced in August 2024 to establish 14 new gas crematoriums to reduce air pollution.
