Commercial LPG Cylinder Prices Slashed by ₹51.5 Across Major Cities
Oil marketing companies have reduced the price of 19kg commercial LPG cylinders by ₹51.5, effective September 1. New prices in key cities: Delhi (₹1,580), Mumbai (₹1,531), Chennai (₹1,737.50), and Kolkata (₹1,683). This follows recent reductions in August (₹33.5), July (₹58.5), and June (₹24). Cumulative cuts from April to July ranged from ₹138 to ₹144 across cities. Domestic LPG (14.2kg) prices remain unchanged since April 8, with Delhi at ₹853, Mumbai at ₹852.50, Chennai at ₹868.50, and Kolkata at ₹879.
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Oil marketing companies have announced a significant reduction in the prices of commercial LPG cylinders, effective September 1. The price cut of ₹51.5 for the 19kg cylinders marks another step in the ongoing trend of LPG price reductions in recent months.
New Pricing Across Major Cities
The revised prices for commercial LPG cylinders in key metropolitan areas are as follows:
| City | New Price (₹) |
|---|---|
| Delhi | 1,580.00 |
| Mumbai | 1,531.00 |
| Chennai | 1,737.50 |
| Kolkata | 1,683.00 |
Recent Price Reduction Trend
This latest decrease follows a series of price cuts implemented by oil marketing companies:
- August: ₹33.5 reduction
- July: ₹58.5 reduction
- June: ₹24 reduction
The cumulative price cuts from April to July ranged from ₹138 to ₹144 across various cities, signaling a consistent downward trend in commercial LPG prices.
Domestic LPG Prices Remain Stable
While commercial LPG users benefit from the recent price cuts, domestic LPG cylinder (14.2kg) prices have remained unchanged since April 8. The current prices for domestic LPG cylinders stand at:
- Delhi: ₹853.00
- Mumbai: ₹852.50
- Chennai: ₹868.50
- Kolkata: ₹879.00
The last revision in domestic LPG prices was an increase of ₹50 implemented on April 8.
This price reduction in commercial LPG cylinders is expected to provide relief to businesses that rely heavily on LPG, such as restaurants, hotels, and other commercial establishments. The move could potentially help in managing operational costs for these sectors.
As global energy markets continue to fluctuate, these price adjustments reflect the dynamic nature of the LPG market and the efforts of oil marketing companies to align prices with international trends and domestic factors.
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