LPG Prices Today (September 2): If you are planning to book a gas cylinder today, it is important to know the current rates. Prices for commercial cylinders and small 5kg cylinders were hiked on September 1. Consequently, people were also keeping a close watch on the price of domestic LPG cylinders. Has the 14.2kg domestic cylinder become more expensive, or have consumers received some relief? Here, you will find full details regarding the current rates for domestic and commercial LPG in major cities across the country, including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai.
Also, find out how much the prices of commercial and small cylinders changed on September 1 and how this might impact your finances. If you are considering purchasing a gas cylinder for your home or business, be sure to check the latest rates for your city before booking.
Relief on Domestic Gas Cylinders
There is good news for the general public. There has been no change in domestic LPG cylinder prices as of September 2; the rates have neither increased nor decreased. If you book a domestic gas cylinder today, you will pay the prevailing rate for your city.
What are the prices for both cylinders, from Delhi to Patna?
Prices for domestic and commercial LPG cylinders vary by city. In Delhi, as of September 2, the 14.2kg domestic LPG cylinder is priced at ₹942, while the 19kg commercial cylinder is available for ₹2,747.50. The latest prices for both types of cylinders in major cities are as follows:
City Domestic LPG (14.2 kg) Commercial LPG (19 kg)
Kolkata ₹968.00 ₹2,882.50
Mumbai ₹941.50 ₹2,701
Chennai ₹957.50 ₹2,915.50
Gurgaon ₹950.50 ₹2,755.00
Noida ₹939.50 ₹2,738.00
Bangalore ₹944.50 ₹2,823.50
Bhubaneswar ₹968.00 ₹2,908.00
Chandigarh ₹951.50 ₹2,760.00
Hyderabad ₹994.00 ₹2,985.00
Jaipur ₹945.50 ₹2,765.50
Lucknow ₹979.50 ₹2,860.50
Patna ₹1,031.50 ₹3,027.50
Thiruvananthapuram ₹951.00 —
In this list, the domestic gas cylinder is most expensive in Patna, while its price is lowest in Mumbai. Meanwhile, for commercial cylinders, the price in Patna has crossed the ₹3,000 mark.
How much has the price of commercial cylinders increased?
On September 1, the price of the 19 kg commercial LPG cylinder was increased by ₹9.50. Before this, in August, there had been a significant reduction of ₹192 in the price of commercial cylinders. Similarly, in July, the price had been reduced by ₹183.50.
This change in commercial cylinder prices primarily affects LPG cylinders used in hotels, restaurants, and businesses. It could also have a direct impact on the cost of dining out. Price of Small Cylinder Also Hiked
Along with the commercial cylinder, the price of the 5 kg non-domestic FTL cylinder—also known as the 'Chhotu' cylinder—was raised by ₹2 on September 1. However, the price of the domestic 14.2 kg cylinder remains unchanged for now.
What Will Be the Impact on Household Budgets?
The stability of domestic LPG prices currently offers relief to households. This is particularly good news for families where the cost of cooking gas constitutes a significant portion of the monthly budget. However, the hike in commercial cylinder prices could indirectly affect the prices of food and beverages in the market.
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