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LPG cylinder prices surge across Delhi to Chennai ahead of Diwali
✍️ Amar Ujala
🗓 01 Nov 2026, 08:21 AM
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LPG cylinder rates have risen in major cities from Delhi to Chennai as Diwali approaches, tightening household budgets.
Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and other major metros have reported a noticeable rise in the retail price of LPG cylinders in the days leading up to Diwali, according to a report by Amar Ujala. The increase comes at a time when demand for cooking fuel traditionally spikes as families prepare festive meals.
Market traders say the hike reflects broader supply‑chain pressures and recent adjustments in government levies on LPG. While the exact rupee increment varies by city, the upward trend is uniform across the regions surveyed.
Consumer groups have warned that higher cylinder costs could strain low‑income households, many of whom rely on LPG as their primary cooking fuel. The government has been urged to review the pricing mechanism to prevent undue hardship during the festive season.
Authorities in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas have not issued an official statement yet, but they are expected to monitor price movements closely as Diwali draws near.
The price change is likely to influence buying patterns, with many consumers opting to refill cylinders earlier than usual to lock in current rates before any further escalation.
Market traders say the hike reflects broader supply‑chain pressures and recent adjustments in government levies on LPG. While the exact rupee increment varies by city, the upward trend is uniform across the regions surveyed.
Consumer groups have warned that higher cylinder costs could strain low‑income households, many of whom rely on LPG as their primary cooking fuel. The government has been urged to review the pricing mechanism to prevent undue hardship during the festive season.
Authorities in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas have not issued an official statement yet, but they are expected to monitor price movements closely as Diwali draws near.
The price change is likely to influence buying patterns, with many consumers opting to refill cylinders earlier than usual to lock in current rates before any further escalation.