LPG gas cylinder prices across India remain unchanged on Sunday, March 22, 2026, following the recent nationwide hike earlier this month. Oil marketing companies have not announced any fresh revision, keeping both domestic and commercial gas rates steady. The last revision came into effect on March 7, when cooking gas prices were increased amid global supply disruptions linked to geopolitical tensions in West Asia.
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These rates remain unchanged from previous days and continue to be applicable on March 22.
The revision was driven by global supply concerns and rising import costs, especially due to tensions in key energy-exporting regions.
According to the petroleum ministry, the increased allocation will be directed towards key sectors such as restaurants, roadside eateries, hotels, industrial kitchens, food processing units, dairy operations, subsidised canteens, and government-run community kitchens. Authorities also plan to expand the availability of smaller 5-kg cylinders, particularly for migrant workers. The revised allocation is set to take effect from Monday.
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Industry estimates suggest the shortage had a significant impact, with nearly a third of hotels and restaurants forced to shut operations temporarily, while others scaled back working hours and reduced menu offerings. The government has acknowledged that supply remains tight, but recent measures indicate a gradual improvement in availability.
India relies heavily on imports to meet its LPG demand, with a large share sourced from West Asia. To manage disruptions, authorities have been diversifying supplies by sourcing from countries such as the United States, Russia, Japan and Norway, while also pushing for faster adoption of piped gas infrastructure.
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LPG prices today
As of today, domestic LPG (14.2 kg cylinder) prices continue at:- New Delhi: ₹913 per cylinder
- Mumbai: ₹912.50 per cylinder
- Kolkata: ₹939 per cylinder
- Chennai: ₹928–₹928.50 per cylinder
- New Delhi: ₹1,884.50
- Mumbai: ~₹1,836
- Kolkata: ~₹1,988.50
- Chennai: ~₹1,960+
These rates remain unchanged from previous days and continue to be applicable on March 22.
No LPG price revision after March 7 hike
LPG prices are typically revised once a month, unlike petrol and diesel which change daily. Domestic LPG price in Delhi was raised by Rs 60 to Rs 913 earlier this month after a pause of nearly an year. Commercial cylinders also saw a sharp increase of over ₹100The revision was driven by global supply concerns and rising import costs, especially due to tensions in key energy-exporting regions.
Govt Announced LPG Relaxation for Food and Hospitality sector
In a step aimed at easing pressure on the food and hospitality sector, the government on Saturday approved an additional 20% allocation of commercial LPG cylinders, raising the total supply to about 50% of pre-conflict levels. The move comes as businesses continue to grapple with supply disruptions triggered by geopolitical tensions.According to the petroleum ministry, the increased allocation will be directed towards key sectors such as restaurants, roadside eateries, hotels, industrial kitchens, food processing units, dairy operations, subsidised canteens, and government-run community kitchens. Authorities also plan to expand the availability of smaller 5-kg cylinders, particularly for migrant workers. The revised allocation is set to take effect from Monday.
Requirement for availing additional quote
To access the additional quota, commercial users will be required to register with oil marketing companies and provide details on how the LPG is being used. They will also need to sign up for piped natural gas connections to qualify for the increased supply.Also Read: Delhi weather: Is March feeling like January? IMD forecasts another rain spell next week
Industry estimates suggest the shortage had a significant impact, with nearly a third of hotels and restaurants forced to shut operations temporarily, while others scaled back working hours and reduced menu offerings. The government has acknowledged that supply remains tight, but recent measures indicate a gradual improvement in availability.
India relies heavily on imports to meet its LPG demand, with a large share sourced from West Asia. To manage disruptions, authorities have been diversifying supplies by sourcing from countries such as the United States, Russia, Japan and Norway, while also pushing for faster adoption of piped gas infrastructure.
