Long queues to refill LPG are now being seen in major Indian cities, with reports of supply constraints raising concerns. However, one does not have to queue for hours as LPG distributors offer multiple booking options, including WhatsApp, missed calls, mobile apps and IVRS, to make the process easier for users.
Here is how consumers can book an LPG cylinder through different service providers:
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Andan gas cylinder reservation: WhatsApp reservation number and more details
Indane customers can book recharges through WhatsApp, SMS/IVRS, missed calls, mobile apps and online services, according to its website.
To book via WhatsApp, users must first save the official Indane WhatsApp booking number 7588888824 on their phones.
They can then open WhatsApp, start a conversation with the number and send a ‘recharge’ message from their registered mobile number. Once the system verifies the customer’s details, the LPG refill request is placed and a confirmation message containing the booking details is usually sent.
Consumers can also book refills through SMS or IVRS, use the missed call refill booking service, or place orders through the Indane mobile app. The company also provides an LPG emergency helpline number 1906, for safety concerns.
Indane also offers additional digital services like preferred time delivery, online telecom portability and Sahaj online payments platform for new telecom and refill deliveries.
How to book HP Gas Cylinder: Contact number and more details
HP Gas customers have several booking options including mobile apps, IVRS, missed call service, WhatsApp and online platforms, according to its website.
Customers can call IVRS 88888 23456 from their registered mobile number to book a recharge. They can also make a missed call on 02222 94936 from their registered number to make a booking.
For WhatsApp bookings, users can send a ‘Hello’ message to 01122 92222 from their registered mobile number to initiate the booking process.
Bookings can also be made through HP Pay mobile app, Umang app, official website myhpgas.in or through payment platforms like Amazon, Paytm, PhonePe and other BBPS-enabled banking or wallet apps under the bill payment section.
Customers can also visit their HP Gas distributor or nearby customer service centers to make a reservation.
How to reserve a Bharat gas cylinder
Bharat Gas customers can also book LPG refills through the Bharatgas mobile app available for Android and iPhone users, according to its website.
To install the app, users can visit the Google Play Store or Apple App Store and search for ‘Bharatgas’. After selecting the Bharatgas app, it can be downloaded and installed on the mobile phone.
Once installed, potential customers can open the app and skip the login option to explore services such as applying for a new gas connection or locating a distributor.
Existing customers will need to activate the app. After opening the app, users have to select the ‘Activate’ option and enter their registered mobile number. The mobile number must be linked to his or her LPG Consumer ID.
After submitting the details, the activation code will be sent via SMS to the registered mobile number. Users must then open the app and enter the activation code to complete the process.
The activation process is a one-time step. Once activated, customers can use the app to book refill cylinders, make payments, check refill history, register complaints and access other services.
