Commercial LPG Cylinder Prices Rise in Major Indian Cities
Commercial LPG cylinder prices hiked in Delhi, Kolkata from June 1
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From June 1, the price of a 19 kg commercial LPG cylinder will increase by ₹42 in Delhi and ₹53.50 in Kolkata, reaching ₹3,113.50 and ₹3,255.50, respectively. The government assures adequate fuel supplies and is combating hoarding practices.
- 01The price of a 19 kg commercial LPG cylinder will be ₹3,113.50 in Delhi and ₹3,255.50 in Kolkata starting June 1.
- 02The price of 5 kg Free Trade LPG cylinders will rise by ₹11 to ₹821.50 in Delhi.
- 03Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, confirmed that there is no current shortage of LPG or other fuels.
- 04The government is enhancing fuel security by maintaining strategic reserves and has mandated oil companies to ensure a minimum 30-day LPG reserve.
- 05In response to hoarding, over 6,500 raids have been conducted, leading to multiple arrests and the seizure of significant quantities of fuel.
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The prices of commercial LPG cylinders in India are set to increase from June 1, with a 19 kg cylinder costing ₹3,113.50 in Delhi after a ₹42 hike, and ₹3,255.50 in Kolkata following a ₹53.50 increase. Additionally, the price of 5 kg Free Trade LPG cylinders will rise by ₹11, bringing it to ₹821.50 in Delhi. Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, emphasized that the government is focused on strengthening fuel security through strategic reserves and has confirmed that there is currently no shortage of LPG or other fuels. She reported that production levels are high, with LPG production reaching nearly 90 DMT per day. To combat hoarding, the government has intensified enforcement actions, resulting in thousands of raids and several arrests. The government aims to ensure an uninterrupted supply of fuel while addressing abnormal sales trends at retail outlets.
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The price hike in commercial LPG cylinders will directly affect businesses relying on these fuels, potentially increasing operational costs.
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