LPG Cylinder Price Hike: Check New Rates in Your City After Latest Increase

LPG Price Hike : In a move that impacts millions of Indian households, the price of domestic LPG cylinders has been hiked once again in April 2025. This development comes amidst rising global crude oil prices and increased transportation costs. Consumers will now have to pay significantly more for their monthly cooking gas needs, with the hike applicable across both subsidized and non-subsidized cylinders.

Here’s a detailed look at the new LPG rates, city-wise price changes, and what this means for your household budget.

What Triggered the Latest LPG Price Hike?

• The revision in LPG rates is attributed to the rise in international LPG prices and fluctuations in the exchange rate.
• Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) such as Indian Oil, Bharat Petroleum, and Hindustan Petroleum revise LPG prices on the 1st of every month based on global market conditions.
• The April 2025 increase follows a similar trend witnessed in earlier months of 2025.

Key Highlights of the April 2025 LPG Rate Increase:

• Price hike applies to 14.2 kg domestic LPG cylinders.
• Commercial LPG cylinders (19 kg) also witness a separate price revision.
• The price increase varies by city due to local taxes and transportation charges.
• The new prices became effective from April 1, 2025.
• Subsidy (if any) will be credited directly to eligible users’ bank accounts under the DBTL scheme.

City-Wise LPG Cylinder Rates (April 2025)

Here’s a quick look at the revised domestic LPG prices in major Indian cities:

City	Old Price (₹)	New Price (₹)	Hike Amount (₹)	Commercial Cylinder Price (19 kg)
Delhi	903	928	25	1,769
Mumbai	902	927	25	1,722
Kolkata	929	954	25	1,893
Chennai	918	943	25	1,879
Bengaluru	910	935	25	1,850
Hyderabad	912	937	25	1,865
Patna	935	960	25	1,910
Lucknow	918	943	25	1,872

Note: These prices are for 14.2 kg domestic cylinders and may slightly vary across different gas agencies.

How Will This LPG Price Hike Affect Households?

• Higher Monthly Expenses: The increase of ₹25 per cylinder translates to an additional ₹300 per year for a household using one cylinder per month.
• Inflation Pressure: The LPG hike is likely to increase overall household inflation as cooking gas is a basic necessity.
• Impact on Budget Planning: Middle and lower-income families may have to adjust their monthly expenses to accommodate this increase.
• No Immediate Government Relief: As of now, there is no announcement of additional subsidies or relief packages from the central government.

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Comparison of LPG Price Hikes Over Recent Months

Month	Price in Delhi (₹)	Monthly Change (₹)	Remarks
January 2025	899	No Change	Stable prices maintained
February 2025	903	+4	Minor hike due to global fluctuations
March 2025	903	No Change	Prices unchanged
April 2025	928	+25	Major increase post international hike

Government’s Stand on LPG Price Hikes

• The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has stated that LPG pricing is deregulated and linked to global markets.
• The government continues to provide subsidies to Ujjwala scheme beneficiaries and eligible BPL families.
• Officials have indicated that any further increase in global rates may result in more price hikes in the coming months.

Is There Any Relief Available for Consumers?

• Ujjwala Yojana Subsidy: Eligible families under the Ujjwala scheme can still avail subsidy benefits directly in their bank accounts.
• DBTL (PAHAL) Scheme: The subsidy amount under the Direct Benefit Transfer for LPG (DBTL) is updated monthly based on the price hike.
• Alternative Fuels: Some households are considering electric induction cooktops or solar-powered stoves to reduce dependence on LPG.

Tips to Reduce LPG Consumption and Save Money

• Use pressure cookers to save gas and reduce cooking time.
• Cover pots and pans while cooking to retain heat.
• Regularly check for gas leakages and maintain burner efficiency.
• Cook multiple items at once to save repeated usage.
• Use energy-efficient appliances.

LPG Cylinder Price Trend Analysis – Last 12 Months

Month	Delhi Price (₹)	Mumbai Price (₹)	Chennai Price (₹)	Kolkata Price (₹)
May 2024	910	912	921	932
June 2024	905	907	916	927
July 2024	899	901	910	921
August 2024	899	901	910	921
September 2024	899	901	910	921
October 2024	903	902	918	929
November 2024	903	902	918	929
December 2024	903	902	918	929
January 2025	899	899	915	925
February 2025	903	902	918	929
March 2025	903	902	918	929
April 2025	928	927	943	954

The recent LPG price hike in April 2025 has once again reignited concerns about rising household expenses, especially for middle-class and low-income families. While the government cites international pricing as the reason behind the hike, the burden ultimately falls on the common consumer. It is now more crucial than ever to adopt smart cooking practices and stay updated with subsidy schemes to manage your monthly LPG costs.