Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai report new domestic and commercial LPG prices, impacting households and businesses alike. Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri and Indian Oil confirm sufficient fuel stocks and stable supply despite price revisions.
BY PC Bureau
March 7: Domestic LPG prices have seen a fresh hike starting Saturday, March 7, affecting both household consumers and businesses nationwide. The cost of a 14.2-kg domestic cooking gas cylinder has risen by Rs 60 across India, while the price of a 19-kg commercial cylinder has gone up by Rs 115, impacting hotels, restaurants, and small commercial establishments.
In major cities, the revised domestic LPG rates are as follows: in Delhi, a 14.2 kg cylinder now costs Rs 913, up from Rs 853; in Mumbai, it has increased to Rs 912.50 from Rs 852.50; in Kolkata, the price rose from Rs 879 to Rs 930; and in Chennai, it moved up from Rs 868.50 to Rs 928.50. These new rates are effective immediately.
Commercial LPG cylinders have also become costlier. In Delhi, the price of a 19-kg cylinder increased from Rs 1768.50 to Rs 1883, while in Mumbai it went from Rs 1720.50 to Rs 1835. Kolkata saw a rise from Rs 1875.50 to Rs 1990, and Chennai’s rate increased from Rs 1929 to Rs 2043.50.
Prior to this revision, domestic LPG prices had remained stable since April 2025, when the non-subsidised rate in Delhi was Rs 853. The current increase marks a significant change for households and businesses alike.
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The hike comes amid ongoing discussions around India’s energy supply and fuel security. Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri emphasized that there is no shortage of energy in the country and assured consumers that supply remains stable.
“Our priority is to ensure the availability of affordable and sustainable fuel for our citizens. There is no shortage of energy in India, and consumers need not worry about supply disruptions,” the minister said in a post on X.
Indian Oil Corporation also dismissed social media reports suggesting petrol and diesel shortages, calling them baseless. The company affirmed that fuel stocks are sufficient and supply networks are functioning normally.
Government sources noted that India is in a “very comfortable position” regarding crude oil, petroleum products, and LPG, even amid potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. They highlighted that India has diversified its crude import sources, including increased imports from Russia—accounting for about 20% of total crude imports in February 2026, up from 0.2% in 2022.
On the LPG front, all refineries have been instructed to ramp up production to ensure sufficient domestic supply. LPG imports from the US began in January 2026 under a one-year contract for 2.2 MTPA from the Gulf Coast, ensuring steady availability across the country.
💰 LPG Prices by City (Effective March 7, 2026)
| City | 14.2 kg Domestic Cylinder | 19 kg Commercial Cylinder |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 🔵 Rs 913 (was Rs 853) | 🟠 Rs 1883 (was Rs 1768.50) |
| Mumbai | 🔵 Rs 912.50 (was Rs 852.50) | 🟠 Rs 1835 (was Rs 1720.50) |
| Kolkata | 🔵 Rs 930 (was Rs 879) | 🟠 Rs 1990 (was Rs 1875.50) |
| Chennai | 🔵 Rs 928.50 (was Rs 868.50) | 🟠 Rs 2043.50 (was Rs 1929) |
Note: Prices are effective immediately across the country. Hike applies to all households and businesses.
