The price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder in Delhi has been raised by ₹42, now costing ₹3,113.50, effective June 1. In Kolkata, the increase is ₹53.50, bringing the price to ₹3,255.50. Additionally, the price of a 5-kg Free Trade LPG cylinder has risen by ₹11, reaching ₹821.50 in Delhi. While commercial LPG prices have surged, domestic cooking gas rates remain unchanged, offering some relief to household consumers amidst ongoing volatility in global energy markets. Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, emphasized that the government is focused on enhancing energy security through strategic reserves and improved inventory management. Current domestic LPG production stands at around 50-52 thousand metric tonnes per day, against a demand of 72 thousand metric tonnes, with the shortfall met through imports. To combat hoarding, authorities have conducted over 6,500 raids in LPG distribution networks, leading to multiple arrests. The increase in commercial LPG prices is expected to impact operating costs for businesses reliant on these cylinders.