LPG Prices Hiked Again: Latest Rates for Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai

As global energy instability persists, households face another rise in domestic cooking gas costs while commercial users grapple with a string of price hikes.

Indian households are facing renewed pressure on their monthly budgets as the price of domestic LPG has been increased by ₹29 per cylinder. This latest revision, effective June 7, marks the second time in three months that cooking gas prices have been hiked, following a ₹60-per-cylinder increase implemented on March 7. The consistent upward trend in energy costs reflects the volatility currently roiling global markets, leaving the domestic retail sector highly sensitive to international supply chain disruptions.

City-Wise Impact on Household Budgets

Consumers across major metropolitan areas are seeing the immediate impact of this latest adjustment. According to current data, the price of a domestic LPG cylinder in Delhi has climbed to ₹942, up from ₹913 in March. Similarly, in Mumbai, the rate has moved from ₹912.50 to ₹941.50. Residents in Kolkata now pay ₹968 per cylinder compared to the previous ₹939, while those in Chennai are seeing rates rise to ₹957.50 from the earlier ₹928.50. These figures serve as a crucial check for families managing rising household expenses amid broader inflationary trends.

The Global Energy Crisis and Supply Disruptions

The root of these price hikes lies deep within the ongoing conflict in West Asia. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz—a vital global energy transit route—has severely constrained the flow of crude oil and liquefied petroleum gas. Because India imports more than 85 per cent of its crude oil requirements, any risk to energy supplies from the Gulf region translates into an immediate burden on the domestic market. The interplay between international geopolitical tensions and domestic retail pricing underscores the vulnerability of the Indian energy sector, which remains heavily dependent on these import-heavy supply chains.

Commercial Users Face Cumulative Pressure

While domestic consumers are navigating these recent changes, the commercial sector has been hit even harder. Hotels, restaurants, and various businesses have seen multiple, sharp increases for 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders over the past few months. On June 1, commercial rates were hiked by ₹42, pushing the cost to ₹3,113 per cylinder. This follows an aggressive series of price adjustments, including a massive ₹1,000 hike in May, ₹195.50 in April, and ₹114.50 in March, creating a challenging environment for the hospitality and service industries.

Broader Fuel Market Trends

The hike in LPG prices is occurring against a backdrop of wider volatility across the entire fuel segment. Since mid-May, petrol and diesel rates have seen a cumulative increase of ₹7.50 per litre, while the price of compressed natural gas (CNG) has risen by approximately ₹6 per kg. As oil prices fluctuate on the global stage, these cascading increases across LPG, petrol, and diesel reflect a persistent energy crunch that continues to weigh on the broader economy and the daily cost of living for citizens across the country.