State-owned Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have reduced the price of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders by up to Rs 183.5, effective July 1, 2026. The price cut will benefit restaurants, hotels, caterers and other commercial establishments, while the price of the 14.2-kg domestic LPG cylinder remains unchanged.
Key Highlights
- Commercial LPG cylinder prices reduced by up to Rs 183.5 from July 1.
- Delhi’s 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder now costs Rs 2,930.
- Domestic 14.2-kg LPG cylinder prices remain unchanged.
- The reduction offers relief to hotels, restaurants and commercial users.
State-owned Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have announced a significant reduction in the prices of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders, bringing relief to businesses that rely heavily on cooking gas, including restaurants, hotels, eateries, catering services and commercial kitchens.
The revised prices came into effect from July 1, 2026, following several months of price increases driven by rising global energy prices and geopolitical tensions in West Asia.
According to the latest price revision, the commercial LPG cylinder price has been reduced by Rs 183.5 in Delhi and Lucknow, Rs 181.5 in Chandigarh, Rs 174 in Kolkata, and Rs 173 in Patna.
After the latest revision, a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder in Delhi now costs Rs 2,930, compared to Rs 3,113 earlier. In Chandigarh, the revised price stands at Rs 2,954.50, while Kolkata consumers will now pay Rs 3,081.50, down from Rs 3,255.50. In Patna, the cylinder will cost Rs 3,227.
The price reduction is expected to lower operating costs for restaurants, hotels and food businesses, which have been facing higher fuel expenses due to repeated increases in commercial LPG prices over the past few months.
However, the price of the 14.2-kg domestic LPG cylinder has not been changed, providing no additional relief for household consumers.
Earlier, the government had relaxed LPG supply restrictions for commercial and industrial consumers after fuel availability improved. It also restored 50 per cent of LPG supplies to customers whose allocations had previously been reduced to prioritise domestic household demand.
During the period of supply constraints, the government invoked provisions under the Essential Commodities Act to ensure that C3-C4 hydrocarbon streams were used exclusively for LPG production instead of petrochemical manufacturing. Oil marketing companies were also directed to maintain comprehensive records of commercial and industrial LPG consumers to improve planning and supply management.
The latest reduction reflects an improvement in supply conditions and is expected to provide a welcome boost to the hospitality and food service sectors.
Commercial LPG Prices After July 1 Revision
| City | Reduction | New Price (19-kg Cylinder) |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | Rs 183.5 | Rs 2,930 |
| Lucknow | Rs 183.5 | Revised as per OMC rates |
| Chandigarh | Rs 181.5 | Rs 2,954.50 |
| Kolkata | Rs 174 | Rs 3,081.50 |
| Patna | Rs 173 | Rs 3,227 |
Conclusion
The latest commercial LPG price cut is expected to provide meaningful relief to restaurants, hotels, caterers and other commercial establishments by lowering fuel costs. While domestic LPG prices remain unchanged, the reduction in commercial cylinder rates could help ease operational expenses for businesses and support the hospitality sector amid improving fuel supply conditions.
