This comes as the country celebrates Labor Day, a major blow to the country's unorganized sector. LPG prices have been increased for both commercial and 5 kg cylinders. This has added new pressure to households and workers already grappling with rising inflation.

How much has the increase been?
The 5 kg LPG cylinder, which was introduced keeping in mind the working class, laborers, migrants and students living away from home, has now become expensive. According to sources, oil marketing companies have increased the price of 5 kg LPG cylinder by Rs 261. With this change, the price has increased from Rs 549 to Rs 810. Notably, the price was also increased by Rs 51 last month in April 2026, which shows a continuous trend of increase.

What will be the impact on low-income groups?
This new increase is expected to have the greatest impact on low-income groups, especially those who manage their daily expenses within a tight budget. For laborers, migrants, and students, who rely on small cylinders to manage cooking costs, this increase means higher monthly expenses and less savings.

Commercial cylinder prices also increased.
According to ANI, not only 5 kg cylinders but also 19 kg commercial LPG cylinder prices have increased. The increase in this category is ₹993. With this change, the price of a commercial cylinder in Delhi has crossed ₹3000. This is expected to increase costs for restaurants, hotels, and street food vendors. Wedding catering costs are also likely to increase, and online food delivery may also become more expensive.

No change in domestic LPG prices
However, there has been no change in the prices of domestic LPG cylinders. Oil companies have given relief to around 33 crore users by keeping the domestic rates unchanged. The last revision in domestic LPG prices was on March 7 this year. Currently, the price of a domestic LPG cylinder is Rs 913 in Delhi, Rs 912.50 in Mumbai, Rs 928.50 in Chennai and Rs 939 in Kolkata.

Why have gas prices risen?
The rise in LPG prices is being linked to disruptions in global oil and gas supplies due to ongoing tensions in West Asia. The United States has also imposed restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz, reducing gas supplies from major exporters like Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE. Although India continues to import oil and gas from Africa, the United States, and other regions, overall import costs have increased. This increase in costs is now being reflected in retail prices, leading to a sharp increase in the rate of commercial LPG cylinders.

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