Group of transgenders open eatery in Coimbatore

A delegation of the association met with Karnataka Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh on Wednesday amid the reported shortage of commercial LPG cylinders. The members requested that a portion of the supply be reallocated for commercial use to ensure kitchens across the city continue functioning smoothly.

"Today, Coimbatore District Police has launched a WhatsApp chatbot service for citizens, named Covaidigicop. You can see the number 9840091100. This is the number people can save in their contact list and send a message with 'HI' to this number. There will be two language options available, and whichever language option they choose, they will be provided with 9 verticals of services."

"The PM's rhetoric in Kerala is far from the reality that the country is facing. The war has reached every kitchen in this country. Restaurants are closing due to a shortage. This is affecting every sector. The assurance of the govt was that there was ample stock. Today, there is an actual crisis because of the negligence of this govt. One crore Indians are in Gulf countries, and we are concerned about their safety and livelihood. War has created hardship for them. We want the government to take proactive measures," he told ANI.

"LPG is totally controlled by the Central government, and the entire supply is with them. If the rationing of essential commodities continues due to shortages, it will create serious problems. Forget about tourism first; every household kitchen will be affected. If people are unable to cook food on time, it will disrupt daily life. Children have to go to school, workers have to go to work, and if there is no food on time, how will people manage their day?" he raised questions.

The ongoing shortage of commercial LPG cylinders affecting hotels and restaurants across the country may continue for another month, the Coimbatore District Hoteliers' Association (CDHA) warned on Tuesday, urging the government to take immediate steps to ensure uninterrupted fuel supply to the hospitality sector.