Gas Cylinder Prices Hike: After Petrol-Diesel, Will Cooking Gas Become Costlier Too? Check Rates in Your City

Families across India are preparing for the possibility of another increase in household expenses as concerns grow over a potential LPG gas cylinder price hike. Petrol and diesel prices have already risen sharply in recent days, while commercial LPG cylinders have crossed the Rs 3,000 mark in several cities. With inflation continuing to affect daily budgets, many households are now watching domestic cooking gas prices closely.

The latest pressure comes amid rising global crude oil prices linked to tensions in West Asia. Brent crude has crossed 109 dollars per barrel in international markets, increasing concerns about higher fuel costs across sectors. In India, this has already translated into higher petrol and diesel prices, and analysts believe domestic LPG cylinders could soon follow the same trend.

Petrol and Diesel Prices Rise Again

Fuel prices have been revised upwards twice in May 2026. On May 15, oil marketing companies raised petrol and diesel rates by Rs 3 per litre. A second increase followed on May 19, when prices went up by another 90 paise per litre.

These consecutive hikes have increased transportation costs and added pressure on household spending. Rising fuel prices also affect logistics and delivery expenses, which can indirectly push up the prices of essential goods and services.

The steepest increase, however, has been seen in commercial LPG cylinders used by restaurants, hotels and businesses. On May 1, the price of a 19 kg commercial LPG cylinder rose by nearly Rs 993. Following this revision, commercial LPG rates have moved above Rs 3,000 in several major cities across India.

Domestic LPG Prices Remain Unchanged for Now

Domestic LPG cylinder prices have not changed since March 2026, when rates were increased by Rs 60. Since then, household cooking gas prices have remained stable despite fluctuations in global crude oil markets.

However, with international energy prices rising and commercial LPG already seeing a major jump, market observers believe domestic LPG could be the next fuel product to witness a revision. Oil companies are facing increasing pressure from higher import costs and currency fluctuations.

At present, domestic LPG prices continue to vary from city to city because of transport charges and local taxes.

In New Delhi, a 14.2 kg domestic LPG cylinder currently costs around Rs 913, while the commercial 19 kg cylinder is priced above Rs 3,071. In Mumbai, domestic LPG is available at around Rs 912.50, with commercial LPG crossing Rs 3,024.

Bengaluru currently has domestic LPG rates near Rs 915.50, while commercial cylinders cost more than Rs 3,152. In Hyderabad, household LPG prices are among the higher ones at around Rs 965, and commercial LPG has climbed beyond Rs 3,315.

Among major cities, Patna currently has one of the highest domestic LPG rates at more than Rs 1,002 for a standard household cylinder.

Why LPG Prices Could Increase Soon

State-run fuel retailers such as Indian Oil Corporation, Bharat Petroleum and Hindustan Petroleum revise LPG prices on the first day of every month. These revisions are influenced by international crude oil prices and the rupee-dollar exchange rate.

The ongoing geopolitical tensions involving Iran and other parts of the Middle East have disrupted energy market sentiment globally. Fears of supply disruptions have pushed crude oil benchmarks higher in recent weeks.

If global crude prices remain elevated for a longer period, domestic LPG prices in India may also rise in the coming monthly revision. Any increase would directly affect household budgets, especially for middle-class and lower-income families that rely heavily on cooking gas for daily needs.

For now, domestic LPG prices remain unchanged, but the sharp rise in petrol, diesel and commercial cylinder rates has increased expectations that cooking gas could become costlier in the weeks ahead.