Domestic LPG (LPG) prices have been increased in the country amid the ongoing military tension in West Asia and the rise in global energy prices. According to the revised rates effective from March 7, the price of 14.2 kg domestic LPG cylinder has increased by Rs 60, while the 19 kg commercial cylinder has become costlier by around Rs 115.
According to oil distribution companies, the price of non-subsidized domestic LPG cylinder in the capital Delhi has increased from Rs 853 to Rs 913. Similarly, its price has increased to Rs 912.50 in Mumbai, around Rs 939 in Kolkata and Rs 928.50 per cylinder in Chennai. There is slight variation in prices in different cities due to state level taxes and VAT.
According to industry officials, this increase is the result of the boom in the global energy market. “This increase reflects rising global energy costs due to tensions and disruptions in West Asia, a vital region of the global oil and gas supply chain,” he said.
This is the second increase in domestic LPG prices in less than a year. Earlier in April 2025, the prices were increased by Rs 50. However, the government says that LPG prices in India are still lower than many neighboring countries.
Relief to the beneficiaries will continue under the government’s flagship scheme Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana. Under this scheme, eligible families get a subsidy of Rs 300 on each cylinder of 14.2 kg, available for a maximum of 12 refills in a year. At present, more than 10 crore families across the country are covered under this scheme.
Commercial cylinders are also expensive
There has also been a significant increase in the prices of commercial LPG cylinders, which may have a direct impact on hotels, restaurants and other commercial establishments. In Delhi, the price of 19 kg commercial cylinder has increased from Rs 1,768.50 to Rs 1,883. Its price in Mumbai has now reached Rs 1,835, in Kolkata it is around Rs 1,990 and in Chennai it has reached Rs 2,043.50. So far this year, commercial LPG prices have seen an overall increase of more than Rs 300.
Meanwhile, Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has said, “Our priority is to provide cheap and sustainable fuel to our citizens, and we are doing it comfortably. There is no energy shortage in India, and our energy consumers have nothing to worry about.”
Oil companies have also appealed to avoid rumours. Indian Oil, the country’s largest oil distribution company, said in a statement, “Fuel reserves in India are adequate, supply and distribution networks are functioning properly. Indian Oil is committed to uninterrupted fuel supply across the country. People are requested not to panic or crowd at fuel stations and rely only on official sources for correct information.”
Let us tell you that India has sufficient reserves of crude oil and petroleum products. The country currently has reserves of about 50 days of energy supply, which includes 25 days of crude oil and 25 days of refined petroleum products. Officials also said India has diversified its energy supply in recent years by increasing imports from countries like Russia and the US and is also looking for alternative supply sources amid rising tensions in West Asia.
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