The new year has begun with a spike in fuel costs, as the government on Wednesday increased the price of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders by Rs 111, effective January 1. The hike is expected to push up operating
costs for hotels, restaurants and small businesses across the country.
Following the revision, a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder in Delhi now costs Rs 1,691.50, up from Rs 1,580.50. Prices have risen to Rs 1,795 in Kolkata from Rs 1,684, while in Mumbai, the rate has gone up to Rs 1,642.50 from Rs 1,531.
No Change In Domestic LPG Cylinder Prices
There has been no change in the price of 14-kg domestic LPG cylinders, offering some relief to household consumers. Domestic cooking gas prices remain unchanged across cities, ranging between Rs 850 and Rs 960.
Currently, a domestic LPG cylinder costs Rs 853 in Delhi, Rs 852.50 in Mumbai, Rs 890.50 in Lucknow, Rs 860 in Ahmedabad, Rs 905 in Hyderabad, Rs 916.50 in Varanasi, and Rs 951 in Patna.
Revised Commercial LPG Rates In Other Cities
According to Indian Oil’s website, the price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder now stands at Rs 1,953.50 in Patna, Rs 1,691 in Noida, Rs 1,814 in Lucknow, Rs 1,696 in Bhopal, and Rs 1,708.50 in Gurugram.
LPG prices are influenced by multiple factors, including the Import Parity Price (IPP), global fuel rates, the rupee-dollar exchange rate, freight costs, insurance and local taxes. Variations in state-level taxes and logistics costs lead to differences in prices across regions.
Relief For Households: PNG Prices Reduced
Even as commercial LPG prices rise, households have received some relief. Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) has announced a reduction in domestic piped natural gas (PNG) prices in Delhi and the National Capital Region.
Under the revised rates, domestic PNG will cost Rs 47.89 per SCM in Delhi. In Gurugram, the price has been lowered to Rs 46.70 per SCM, while consumers in Noida, Greater Noida and Ghaziabad will pay Rs 47.76 per SCM.
The revised PNG prices came into effect at the start of 2026 and are expected to ease the burden on household consumers.
