India is facing an unprecedented heatwave, with temperatures soaring to 47 degrees Celsius (116 degrees Fahrenheit), leading to a record electricity demand of 256.1 gigawatts on April 25. This demand is primarily driven by the increasing use of air conditioning units, which are expected to rise from 15.4 million sold last year to 28 million by 2030. Currently, air conditioning accounts for about 50 gigawatts of electricity usage, a figure projected to escalate to 180 gigawatts by 2035. The increasing reliance on air conditioning poses significant challenges to the country's power grid. A potential solution lies in switching from R32 refrigerant to propane (R290), which is more efficient and less harmful to the environment. However, regulatory restrictions in India have limited the use of propane in air conditioning systems, despite its advantages. The inconsistency in promoting propane for cooking while restricting its use in cooling systems raises concerns about safety and regulatory priorities. With the ongoing climate crisis, addressing these issues is critical for ensuring energy sustainability and public safety in India.