In Ludhiana, Punjab, India, a steep increase in commercial LPG prices has raised alarms among hotel and restaurant owners. The price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder has surged from the previous range of ₹2,000-₹2,200 to approximately ₹3,200, marking a nearly ₹1,000 increase. This unprecedented hike is expected to significantly raise operating costs for establishments already working on tight margins. Amarvir Singh, president of the Hotel and Restaurant Association, Ludhiana, stated that such a drastic increase puts immense pressure on the hospitality sector, particularly affecting small and medium-sized businesses. If the prices remain high, it could lead to a 15% increase in menu prices, impacting customer footfall and profitability. Stakeholders are concerned that smaller food operators may turn to unauthorized use of domestic LPG cylinders due to affordability issues. The association plans to engage with the Union government to advocate for a rollback of the price increase and is scheduling meetings with relevant authorities.