Members of the Congress women’s wing distributed induction cookers to students at a girls’ hostel in Bhopal on Monday, in a “unique protest” against the ongoing LPG shortage.
Led by state Mahila Congress President Reena Borasi, the group visited the hostel, interacted with residents and demonstrated the use of induction cooktops by preparing tea on-site.
Students told the delegation that the cooking gas shortage had disrupted their daily meals. According to the residents, the hostel administration had altered the menu, reduced one meal and discontinued evening tea due to the lack of cylinders.
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They also said that late-night cooking had become impossible, leaving those who felt hungry without options.
“With the introduction of induction cookers, we can prepare evening tea and satisfy late-night cravings, which will be a huge help,” one student said.
Borasi accused the government of failing to address the issue in time, forcing students to cope with reduced food availability.
“The government claimed fifteen days ago that gas was available, but people were standing in queues. Even today it is claiming that gas is available, even today people are standing in queue,” she charged.
Borasi said the Mahila Congress would continue visiting other hostels in the city and distribute more induction cookers to students affected by the shortage.
“These children who are living apart from their families to study, they are no longer getting good breakfast or ample lunch and dinner due to cutbacks. I’ve brought an induction cooktop for them; next, we will go to more hostels, talk to more children and provide them with induction,” she added.
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Published By:
Devika Bhattacharya
Published On:
Mar 23, 2026 13:56 IST
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