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Commercial LPG Cylinder Price Hiked by Rs 993, Household Rates Unchanged

The price of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders has been increased by Rs 993, now costing Rs 3,071.5 in Delhi. Domestic LPG prices for household consumers remain unchanged. This is the third hike since late February, with previous increases of Rs 115 and Rs 200. Petrol, diesel, and aviation turbine fuel prices have also been kept stable despite rising global energy costs.

Key Points: Commercial LPG price hiked Rs 993, domestic rates stable

  • Commercial LPG cylinder price hiked Rs 993 to Rs 3,071.5
  • No change for 33 crore household users
  • Third price hike since Feb 28, totaling over Rs 1,300
  • Petrol, diesel, and ATF rates unchanged despite global price rise
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Commercial LPG cylinder rates hiked by Rs 993, no change for household gas consumers

Commercial LPG cylinder price increased by Rs 993 to Rs 3,071.5 in Delhi. No change for household users. Petrol, diesel, and ATF rates remain the same.

"There has been no change in the price of domestic LPG cylinders for 33 crore users - Indian Oil Corporation"

New Delhi, May 1

The price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder has been increased by Rs 993, starting Friday, and after the revision, a 19-kg cylinder will now cost Rs 3,071.5 in Delhi.

However, there has been no change in the price of domestic LPG cylinders for 33 crore users, the Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) said in a statement.

This is the third time that the price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder has been increased since February 28, when the US-Israel and Iran war began.

It first saw an increase of about Rs 115 in early March, followed by a further hike of nearly Rs 200 on April 1.

In a statement, IOC said that petrol and diesel prices continue to be the same despite elevated global energy prices. It added that there has been no rate revision in key fuels affecting the general public.

Aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices for domestic airlines were left unchanged. According to IOC, state-owned oil companies chose to absorb the increase in global fuel costs to shield carriers and passengers.

Meanwhile, the government said export levies (Special Additional Excise Duty or SAED and Road and Infrastructure Cess or RIC) on the exports of petrol, diesel and aviation turbine fuel (ATF) were introduced with effect from March 27, 2026 so as to ensure domestic availability of petroleum products by disincentivising exports in the backdrop of the West Asia crises.

The rates are being revised on a fortnightly basis and the last such revision was undertaken with effect from April 11, 2026.

The rates are prescribed based on the average international prices of crude oil, petrol, diesel and ATF prevailing during the period since the last review.

The rates for the next fortnight beginning May 1, 2026 have been notified by the Central Government today.

"Consequently, the rate of duty on exports of diesel will be Rs. 23 per litre (SAED - Rs. 23; RIC - Nil). Further, the rate of duty on exports of ATF will be Rs. 33 per litre (SAED only). The rate of duty on exports of Petrol continues to remain Nil," said Finance Ministry.

There is no change in the existing excise duty rates on petrol and diesel cleared for domestic consumption, it added.

- IANS

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Sarah B
As an economist, I see this as a necessary move to stabilize global price fluctuations. However, the government should provide targeted subsidies for small eateries to absorb the shock. Domestic users are rightly shielded for now.
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Priya S
Third hike since February! This is getting ridiculous. The government keeps saying they're absorbing costs for domestic users but commercial users are being squeezed. My uncle runs a dhaba and he's already struggling. 😞
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Ravi K
With West Asia tensions, it's understandable that prices are volatile. But why only commercial users bear the brunt? A more balanced approach would spread the burden. Also, ATF unchanged is good for fliers but why not help our small businesses?
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Kavya N
These export levies are smart actually—ensuring domestic supply during crises is key. But I wish the government would announce clear relief measures for small businesses using commercial cylinders. They're the backbone of our economy. Bhai, think about the street vendors too!
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James A
Interesting that petrol and diesel prices are stable despite global surges. The government is clearly prioritizing domestic consumers. The export duty mechanism seems well-designed to keep our markets stable while discouraging exports during crisis. Good policy, but more transparency on how long these levies will last would be appreciated.

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