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If you were hoping for a quiet start to the new financial year, the gas agency might have some tough news for you.
State-run oil marketing companies (OMCs) have delivered a significant blow to the hospitality and small-business sectors, hiking the price of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders by a steep ₹195.50, effective immediately.
This hike marks the second major increase in just over a month, pushing commercial gas rates to a nearly five-year high. While the “blue cylinders” used by restaurants and dhabas are feeling the heat, there is a small sigh of relief for households as domestic rates remain untouched for now.
The New Rates: How Much Will You Pay?
Prices vary across the country due to local taxes and transportation costs, but the upward trend is universal. Here is a breakdown of the revised rates for a 19-kg commercial cylinder in major Indian cities as of April 2, 2026:
| City | New Rate (19-kg Commercial) | Change from Last Month |
| New Delhi | ₹2,078.50 | +₹195.50 |
| Mumbai | ₹2,031.00 | +₹196.00 |
| Kolkata | ₹2,208.00 | +₹218.00 |
| Chennai | ₹2,246.50 | +₹203.00 |
| Bengaluru | ₹2,153.00 | +₹195.50 |
Why the Sudden Surge?
The primary culprit isn’t domestic; it’s geopolitical. The ongoing West Asia conflict has reached a critical point, leading to a near-total blockade of the Strait of Hormuz—a vital artery through which nearly 90% of India’s LPG imports travel.
This supply-chain nightmare has caused the Saudi Contract Price (the global benchmark) to leap from $542 to $780 per metric tonne—a staggering 44% increase in a single month. With global energy markets in a tailspin, Indian OMCs like IOCL, BPCL, and HPCL had little choice but to pass on some of the burden.
Domestic Relief… For Now
In a move to shield the common man’s kitchen from inflation, the government has kept the 14.2-kg domestic cylinder price steady at ₹913.00 in Delhi.
However, this stability comes at a cost. OMCs are currently losing roughly $380 per cylinder to keep these prices capped. Industry experts warn that if the West Asia crisis isn’t resolved soon, the “under-recovery” losses might eventually force a revision in domestic rates as well.
What This Means for You
While you might not see a direct hike in your home gas bill today, the commercial spike usually has a “domino effect.”
- Eating Out: Expect slight price adjustments at your favorite restaurants or local eateries as their operational costs jump.
- Small Vendors: The 5-kg FTL (Chhotu) cylinders have also seen a ₹51 hike, affecting street food vendors and migrant workers.
The energy crisis is real, and as long as the Strait of Hormuz remains a flashpoint, we should prepare for a volatile few months ahead.
Stay tuned to lpgpricetoday.com for live updates and city-specific price changes as they happen.
