Commercial liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) prices in India were sharply increased on Wednesday, with rates rising by ₹195.50 per 19‑kg cylinder amid continuing volatility in global energy markets, particularly due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. The hike affects businesses and commercial establishments but does not alter domestic cooking gas (LPG) prices for households.
State‑owned oil marketing companies — including Indian Oil Corporation, Bharat Petroleum and Hindustan Petroleum — regularly revise LPG and fuel prices on the first of each month, taking into account changes in international crude oil benchmarks and foreign exchange rates. The decision to increase commercial LPG rates reflects the significant rise in global oil prices triggered by geopolitical tensions that have disrupted energy supply chains.
In Delhi, the revised price for a 19‑kg commercial LPG cylinder is now ₹2,078.50, up from the previous level after the increase came into effect. Kolkata and other major cities have also recorded similar upward adjustments, with commercial cylinder rates surpassing the ₹2,000 mark in many urban centres.
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Despite the commercial price surge, domestic LPG rates remain unchanged. A standard 14.2‑kg household LPG cylinder continues to be sold at existing prices — for example, around ₹913 in Delhi — as government policy prioritises steady costs for households to mitigate the impact of global energy shocks on everyday consumers.
Analysts note that commercial LPG is widely used by restaurants, hotels, dhabas, small manufacturers and other enterprises whose energy costs form a significant portion of operational expenses. The price rise is expected to increase input costs for these sectors, potentially leading to higher prices for services and goods that rely on commercial LPG for cooking and heating.
The divergence between commercial and domestic LPG pricing underscores ongoing efforts by policymakers to balance market realities with consumer protection. With global crude and refined fuel prices still elevated due to geopolitical instability, regular price reviews and adjustments are likely as companies respond to external cost pressures while attempting to shield households from abrupt increases.
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