Commercial liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinder prices have seen a significant reduction across India, with cuts ranging from ₹173 to ₹183.50 effective July 1, 2026. This marks the first price decrease for 19 kg commercial cylinders this year, offering relief to businesses such as hotels and restaurants.
Despite the ongoing West Asia conflict, which the government states is nearing an end, the supply of domestic LPG, compressed natural gas (CNG), and piped natural gas (PNG) is being fully maintained nationwide. Prices for 14.2 kg domestic LPG cylinders, along with CNG and PNG rates, have remained unchanged for July 2026, holding steady since their last revision in May.
Commercial LPG Rates See Relief
The reduction in commercial LPG prices follows the restoration of supplies to pre-crisis levels for commercial consumers last week. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas confirmed that restrictions on commercial LPG supplies were lifted due to improved domestic production and expected imported LPG cargoes.
For example, a 19 kg commercial LPG cylinder in Delhi is now priced at ₹2,930, down from its previous rate. Mumbai sees a price of ₹2,885.50, while Chennai and Kolkata stand at ₹3,106 and ₹3,081.50 respectively.
Domestic Fuel Prices Hold Steady
Consumers of domestic LPG, CNG, and PNG will find their monthly bills consistent with previous months. A 14.2 kg domestic LPG cylinder continues to cost ₹942 in Delhi and ₹941.50 in Mumbai. Other major cities like Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Chennai also maintain their existing rates of ₹944.50, ₹994, and ₹957.50 respectively.
CNG prices on July 4, 2026, remain stable at ₹83.09 per kg in Delhi and ₹86 per kg in Mumbai. PNG, supplied through pipelines, is priced at ₹49.59 per SCM in Delhi and ₹51.50 per SCM in Mumbai, with similar stability across other urban centers.
Wider Energy Market Context
Alongside the commercial LPG cut, aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices also saw a reduction of ₹5 per litre, bringing the Delhi rate to ₹110 per litre. This is the first such cut since the West Asia crisis had driven jet fuel rates to record highs, potentially easing operational costs for airlines.
However, India's overall LPG consumption declined by 8% year-on-year during the first half of 2026, totaling around 14.74 million tonnes compared to 15.95 million tonnes in the same period last year. This dip was primarily attributed to supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz due to the West Asia conflict, rather than a decrease in demand. The United States emerged as India's largest LPG supplier between March and June, compensating for some of the shortfall.