State-owned oil companies raised the prices of commercial LPG cylinders in major Indian cities starting April 1, 2026 [1].

The price hike impacts businesses and food service providers across the country. Because commercial kitchens rely heavily on these cylinders, the increased costs may lead to higher prices for consumers at restaurants and cafes.

The price increase for the 19-kg commercial cylinder was reported as ₹993 in several cities [2], though other reports cited a smaller increase ranging from ₹195 to ₹218 [4]. This surge pushed the cost of cylinders above ₹3,000 in several metropolitan areas. In Mumbai, the price of a 19-kg cylinder reached ₹3,024 [3], while in Bengaluru, the cost rose to ₹3,152 [3].

Price spikes were observed in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, and Chennai [5]. In Delhi, prices specifically crossed the ₹3,000 threshold [5]. These adjustments were announced by firms including Indian Oil and Bharat Petroleum on Wednesday, March 27, 2026 [1].

Industry analysts said the price rise is due to a surge in global crude oil prices [6]. Heightened geopolitical tensions in West Asia have further driven up international fuel costs, forcing state-owned distributors to adjust rates [6].

Despite the increase for commercial users, the cost of domestic LPG cylinders remained unchanged [7]. Household rates stayed at their existing levels, shielding residential consumers from the volatility affecting the commercial sector [7].

“Commercial LPG cylinder prices were raised, with the 19-kg cylinder price increasing by ₹993 in many cities.”

The divergence between commercial and domestic LPG pricing suggests a strategic decision by the Indian government to protect households from inflation while passing global energy costs onto businesses. However, the significant increase in commercial overheads likely creates a trickle-down effect, where the cost of dining and food delivery services increases to maintain profit margins.