Gujarat Tile Industry Faces Shutdown Risk Amid LNG Supply Disruption

Brief By NDTV News / 11:00 AM on 05 Mar 2026

Around 600 ceramic tile manufacturing units in Gujarat may shut down within a week due to LNG supply disruptions linked to the Iran conflict, putting nearly four lakh jobs at risk. Industry officials warn that shortages of natural gas and propane could halt production, potentially triggering significant tile price increases and economic strain across the sector.