Hyderabad: Oil companies have once again shocked consumers with a price hike on LPG cylinders. The price of a 19 kg commercial LPG cylinder has increased by ₹16.50, effective from Sunday. Following this hike, the cost of a commercial cylinder in Delhi has risen to ₹1818.50. This marks the fifth consecutive price increase in recent months.
Additionally, the price of a 5 kg FTL cylinder has gone up by ₹4. However, there has been no change in the price of the 14.2 kg domestic LPG cylinder, providing some relief to household consumers.
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Price Hike History:
- October 1: The price of commercial LPG increased by 48.5, bringing the cost to 1740.
- September 1: A price rise of ₹39.
- August 1: A price hike of ₹6.5.
The recent price hikes are expected to have a direct impact on small businesses and commercial establishments, especially during the wedding season, when LPG consumption is high.
Here are the new prices across major cities:
| City | Commercial Cylinder Price (₹) | Domestic Cylinder Price (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 1818.50 | 803 (₹603 under Ujjwala Yojana) |
| Kolkata | 1927 | Not mentioned |
| Mumbai | 1771 | 802.50 |
| Chennai | 1980 | 818.50 |
| Hyderabad | 2066 | 855 |
In addition, there has been a 1.45% increase in Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices in line with global oil price trends. In Delhi, ATF has risen by ₹1318.12, now costing ₹91,856.84 per kiloliter.
These price hikes are expected to create further challenges for both the public and commercial sectors, especially as inflation continues to rise.
