Infosys Employees Face Menu Limitations Amid LPG Supply Disruptions
Employees at Infosys' campuses across India, particularly in Bengaluru, may need to temporarily set aside their cravings for popular items like dosa as a nationwide shortage of commercial LPG forces significant changes to food court operations. The tech giant has issued advisories to staff in Bengaluru, Pune, and Chennai, detailing how the supply crunch is impacting meal services, with live counters suspended and menu offerings scaled back until further notice.
Advisory Details and Operational Adjustments
In an advisory sent to Bengaluru employees, Infosys stated, "As you may be aware, we are amid an impending situation regarding availability of commercial LPG. Owing to this, our food-court operations will be realigned effective March 12. Certain offerings will be limited, including withdrawal of live counter options, until further notice." This move affects thousands of workers who rely on campus facilities for daily meals.
At the Pune campus, the company is implementing contingency measures by sourcing some cooked food from vendors' external central kitchens. Additionally, alternative cooking methods using electrical appliances and biofuel are being ramped up to manage the disruption. Employees have been advised to avoid planning on-campus events that require internal catering and are encouraged to bring food from home wherever feasible to ease the strain on resources.
Impact on Chennai and Broader Supply Chain Issues
In Chennai, the advisory highlighted that constraints in LPG supply have led to some food court items being temporarily unavailable or served in limited quantities. Vendors are actively working on alternative arrangements to minimise disruption, with assurances that the full menu will be restored once supplies stabilise. The company emphasised, "A small adjustment at an individual level can collectively make a meaningful impact, and we truly appreciate your cooperation and understanding," while noting close monitoring of the situation and coordination with LPG suppliers and food court operators.
Food-court vendors across these campuses are currently receiving reduced LPG supplies from their providers, severely limiting their ability to operate at full capacity. Consequently, all food courts will temporarily function with a restricted menu, supplemented by increased reliance on external kitchens and alternative cooking technologies.
Company's Sustainability Efforts and No Official Comment
Infosys has not responded to emails seeking further comment on the situation. However, the company has previously invested in sustainability initiatives, including building capacity to treat organic waste generated within its campuses—such as food and garden waste—through biogas plants and organic waste converters. The resulting biogas is utilised in food court kitchens, while compost is used for landscaping, showcasing a commitment to eco-friendly practices even amid current challenges.
This LPG shortage underscores broader supply chain vulnerabilities affecting corporate operations in India, prompting Infosys to adapt swiftly to ensure minimal disruption to employee welfare while navigating logistical hurdles.
