Commercial LPG cylinder prices have been increased across India with effect from June 1, leading to higher fuel costs for hotels, restaurants, eateries and other businesses. The price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder has been raised by ₹42 to ₹53.50 depending on the city.
In Delhi, the retail price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder has increased by ₹42 and now stands at ₹3,113.50. Kolkata witnessed a steeper hike of ₹53.50, taking the price to ₹3,255.50 per cylinder. The revision applies only to commercial LPG cylinders, while the price of domestic cooking gas cylinders remains unchanged.
Additionally, the price of a 5-kg Free Trade LPG (FTL) cylinder has been increased by ₹11 and will now cost ₹821.50 in Delhi.
The price hike comes amid the Centre’s efforts to strengthen India’s fuel security framework following recent supply disruptions linked to tensions in West Asia. The government has directed state-run oil marketing companies to maintain LPG reserves equivalent to at least 30 days of demand to safeguard against potential supply shocks.
Speaking during an inter-ministerial briefing, Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, said oil marketing companies have been asked to develop adequate storage capacity to ensure uninterrupted LPG availability across the country.
India remains heavily dependent on imports for its energy requirements, with nearly 90 percent of LPG imports sourced from the Gulf region. The region also accounts for around 65 percent of India’s natural gas imports and nearly 40 percent of crude oil imports.
Despite global uncertainties, the government has assured citizens that there is no shortage of fuel. Officials stated that sufficient stocks of petrol, diesel, LPG and crude oil are available, while domestic refineries are operating at optimum capacity. India currently produces around 50,000–52,000 tonnes of LPG daily against a demand of approximately 72,000 tonnes, with the shortfall being met through imports.
The government has also intensified action against hoarding and black marketing of fuel products. More than 6,500 raids have been conducted on LPG-related operations in recent weeks, resulting in multiple FIRs and arrests.
Meanwhile, Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) have been tasked with preparing plans for additional LPG storage infrastructure to enhance the country’s energy security and preparedness for future supply disruptions.