LPG Price Hike: 19-Kg Commercial Cylinder Up by INR 993 from May 1; Businesses to Feel the Heat!

New Delhi, May 1 (BNP): In a major blow to businesses and commercial establishments, oil marketing companies have sharply increased the price of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders by ₹993 with effect from May 1, 2026. The steep hike is among the biggest monthly increases seen in recent years and is expected to impact hotels, restaurants, caterers, and small businesses across the country.

Following the revision, the new rates of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders in key metro cities are:

Delhi: ₹3,071.50
Mumbai: ₹3,046.50
Bengaluru: ₹3,190.00 (approx.)
Kolkata: ₹3,175.00 (approx.)

Meanwhile, the price of 14.2-kg domestic LPG cylinders remains unchanged, bringing relief to household consumers. In Delhi, the domestic LPG cylinder continues to cost ₹913.

Industry experts say the sharp increase is linked to rising global energy prices and supply concerns amid escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

The latest revision is likely to increase operating costs for food outlets, bakeries, roadside eateries, and other businesses that rely heavily on commercial LPG, with many expected to pass on the burden to customers in the coming weeks.