LPG Prices Revised Across India; New Cylinder Rates Announced
Revised LPG cylinder prices take effect nationwide, increasing household cooking gas costs across multiple cities.
Oil marketing companies have implemented a significant hike in domestic LPG cylinder prices effective March 7, 2026, increasing the cost of a standard 14.2-kg non-subsidised household cylinder by Rs 60 across the country. This revision comes amid rising global energy costs attributed to ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia, including the Middle East conflict, which has impacted international LPG supply dynamics and pricing.
The new rates reflect the non-subsidised price typically applicable to most urban households and non-Ujjwala beneficiaries. In Delhi, the price has risen from Rs 853 to Rs 913 per cylinder. Mumbai now stands at Rs 912.50 (up from Rs 852.50), Kolkata at Rs 930 (up from Rs 879), and Chennai at Rs 928.50 (up from Rs 868.50). These variations account for state-specific taxes and local levies. Domestic LPG prices had remained stable since April 2025, making this the first major adjustment in nearly a year.
Commercial LPG cylinders, primarily used by hotels, restaurants, and small businesses, have seen a sharper increase of Rs 115 per 19-kg unit, also effective from March 7. In Delhi, the commercial rate has climbed to Rs 1,883 (from Rs 1,768.50), while Mumbai's price is now Rs 1,835 (from Rs 1,720.50). Kolkata's rate stands at Rs 1,990 (from Rs 1,875.50), and Chennai's at Rs 2,043.50 (from Rs 1,929). This follows a prior hike of Rs 28 to Rs 31 on March 1, 2026, marking consecutive monthly adjustments for commercial users ahead of festivals like Holi.
The price surge occurs against a backdrop of assurances from government and oil sector officials regarding adequate domestic supplies. Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri has emphasized sufficient energy stocks and diversified import sources, including increased LPG imports from the US and higher domestic production. Indian Oil Corporation has dismissed rumors of fuel shortages, confirming normal distribution networks and urging consumers to rely on official channels.
This latest revision is expected to add to household budgets, particularly for cooking fuel, while commercial sectors may pass on costs through higher service prices. Authorities continue to monitor global developments, with efforts focused on maintaining supply stability through alternative sourcing and enhanced refinery output. Consumers are advised to check official IOC, BPCL, or HPCL websites for city-specific updates and subsidy eligibility under schemes like PM Ujjwala Yojana.
