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Commercial LPG rates hiked by up to Rs 71.50 from October 1
The price of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders was revised upward across Indian cities on 1 October, with the steepest hike of Rs 71.50 in Patna, where the cylinder now costs Rs 3,100.50. In Delhi, the rate rose to Rs 2,810 from Rs 2,747.50, while Mumbai saw an increase to Rs 2,764 from Rs 2,701. The revision hits commercial establishments such as restaurants, hotels, and local businesses just before the festive season.
Rates for 14.2-kg domestic LPG cylinders remain unchanged. LPG pricing in India is linked to global benchmark prices and foreign exchange movements, with official data maintained by the Petroleum Planning & Analysis Cell under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The timing of the commercial LPG hike, just ahead of the festive season, directly raises operating costs for restaurants and hotels, which may pass on the expense to customers. The decision leaves household budgets untouched, shielding domestic consumers from inflationary pressure during a period of heightened spending. What remains unresolved is whether further commercial rate increases will follow if global benchmark prices or the rupee continue to move unfavourably, a factor the Petroleum Planning & Analysis Cell will track in its next monthly data release.
Source: indianexpress.com
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