LPG Price Hike: An unsubsidized 14.2 kg domestic LPG cylinder will now cost ₹913 in Delhi. Industry officials say the increase follows a sharp rise in global energy prices since the military conflict in West Asia began.
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LPG Price Hike: Amid rising energy prices due to the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict, domestic and commercial LPG cylinder prices have increased in the country. The price of a domestic LPG cylinder has been increased by ₹60, and that of a commercial cylinder by ₹114.5. The price of a domestic LPG cylinder was last revised on April 8, 2025, when the price was increased by ₹50. The price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder was recently increased by ₹28-₹31 on March 1, 2026, making it even more expensive.
According to the Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) website, the price of a non-subsidized 14.2 kg domestic LPG cylinder will now cost ₹913 in Delhi, down from ₹853 previously. The price in Mumbai is now ₹912.50, in Kolkata ₹939, and in Chennai ₹928.50. Rates vary across states depending on local sales tax (VAT). According to the website, this price increase is effective from March 7, 2026.
Ujjwala Yojana beneficiaries, the more than 10 crore poor people who have received free LPG connections since the scheme was launched in 2016, will continue to receive a subsidy of Rs 300 per 14.2 kg cylinder for 12 refills a year.
New Price of Commercial LPG
The price of 19 kg of commercial LPG, used in places like hotels and restaurants, has been increased by ₹114.5. It now costs ₹1,883 in Delhi. The price in Mumbai is now ₹1,835, in Kolkata ₹1,990, and in Chennai ₹2,043.50. This is the fourth increase in the price of commercial gas cylinders in three months. Prior to the increase on March 1, 2026, the price was increased by ₹49 in February and ₹111 in January. The price of a 19 kg commercial gas cylinder was reduced in December 2025.
Industry officials say this increase follows a sharp increase in global energy prices since the military conflict in West Asia began. Despite the price increase, cooking gas prices in India remain among the lowest in comparison to neighboring countries.
On February 28, 2026, Israel and the United States declared open war against Iran and launched airstrikes. Within hours, Iran retaliated by launching missile and drone attacks on Israel. Iran also attacked several countries in the Middle East. US President Donald Trump has stated that any agreement with Iran is possible only if it surrenders unconditionally. Following this, a new and better leadership will be elected in Iran.
