New Delhi: The price of 19 kg commercial LPG cylinders was increased by oil marketing companies with effect from May 1, 2026. This hike is likely to push up the cost of food items in hotels, restaurants and commercial kitchens across the country.
In the national capital Delhi, the price of a 19 kg commercial LPG cylinder has gone up by ₹993 to ₹3,071.50. In Kolkata, the new price is ₹3,206.50 after an increase of ₹998.50. Mumbai will now have to pay ₹3,024 after a hike of ₹993, while in Chennai the price has risen by ₹990.50 to ₹3,237.
Indian Oil Corporation confirmed that there is no change in the prices of domestic LPG cylinders. The 14.2 kg household cylinder continues to cost ₹913 in Delhi, ₹939 in Kolkata, ₹912.50 in Mumbai, and ₹928.50 in Chennai.
No Change in Petrol, Diesel and Kerosene Prices
Despite rising global energy concerns, retail prices of petrol and diesel have been kept unchanged. Indian Oil stated that there is no revision in the prices of petrol and diesel, which account for nearly 90 percent of total fuel consumption. The price of PDS kerosene has also remained the same.
Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) Price Update
There is no change in the price of Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) for domestic airlines. However, international carriers will have to pay higher rates for ATF following the monthly revision based on input costs.
Oil companies usually revise ATF prices on the first day of every month. This time, while domestic operators have been spared any increase, international flights operating from India will face higher fuel costs.
The decision to increase only commercial LPG prices while keeping domestic cylinders and auto fuels unchanged reflects the government’s effort to shield common households from the direct impact of rising global crude oil prices.
The hike in commercial LPG is expected to directly affect the hospitality sector. Hotel and restaurant owners may pass on the increased cost to consumers, making eating out slightly more expensive in the coming days.
This is the second major revision in commercial LPG prices in recent months. The last increase had already put pressure on small eateries and cloud kitchens. Industry bodies have appealed to the government to consider some relief measures for the hospitality sector, which is still recovering from previous cost pressures.
Oil marketing companies attributed the hike in commercial cylinders to the prevailing international price trends and rupee-dollar exchange rate movements. However, they maintained that sensitive fuels meant for household consumption have been protected from any upward revision.
