Businesses that rely on commercial cooking gas received welcome relief on Tuesday as oil marketing companies slashed the price of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders by Rs 183.50. The revised prices took effect from July 1, offering respite to restaurants, hotels, caterers and small food outlets that have been coping with rising operating costs.
The latest revision marks the first reduction in commercial LPG prices in 2026. With fuel accounting for a significant share of expenses in the hospitality and food service sectors, the cut is expected to ease the financial burden on thousands of establishments across the country.
In the national capital, the price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder has been reduced from Rs 3,113.50 to Rs 2,930. Similar price cuts have been announced in other major cities, benefiting businesses that use commercial cylinders for daily operations.
Restaurant owners and traders have welcomed the move, saying it comes at a time when many businesses are still dealing with high input costs. Some believe the reduction could help improve margins, while others hope the savings will eventually benefit customers if fuel prices remain stable in the coming months.
However, there was no change in the price of 14.2-kg domestic LPG cylinders. Households will continue to pay the existing rates, leaving many consumers disappointed as they had expected some relief in monthly cooking gas expenses.
The reduction in commercial LPG prices follows a moderation in global energy markets after recent geopolitical tensions in West Asia began to ease. Commercial cylinder prices had seen multiple revisions in recent months as international fuel prices remained volatile, increasing costs for businesses dependent on LPG.
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