On October 15, consumers across India saw stable domestic LPG cylinder prices, offering a reprieve to household budgets amidst global energy market fluctuations. In contrast, commercial LPG rates have climbed, impacting businesses that rely on cooking gas. Meanwhile, prices for Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Piped Natural Gas (PNG) continue to show variations across major cities, influenced by local taxes and distribution costs.
Domestic LPG Cylinder Prices Remain Stable
For household consumers, the cost of a 14.2-kg domestic LPG cylinder held steady across India's metropolitan areas. This stability provides some relief, even as the broader energy landscape remains volatile. Key prices for domestic cylinders on October 15 include:
- Delhi: ₹942
- Mumbai: ₹941.50
- Kolkata: ₹968
- Chennai: ₹957.50
- Bengaluru: ₹944.50
- Hyderabad: ₹994
- Noida: ₹939.50
- Gurugram: ₹950.50
- Chandigarh: ₹951.50
- Jaipur: ₹945.50
Commercial LPG Sees Price Hike
Businesses, including restaurants, hotels, and eateries, face higher operating costs due to an increase in commercial LPG cylinder prices. This revision, effective from October 1, has pushed up expenses for establishments using 19-kg cylinders. On October 15, commercial LPG rates were:
- Delhi: ₹2,810
- Mumbai: ₹2,764.50
- Kolkata: ₹2,954
- Chennai: ₹2,983
- Bengaluru: ₹2,898
- Hyderabad: ₹3,065
- Noida: ₹2,810
- Gurugram: ₹2,828
- Chandigarh: ₹2,833
- Jaipur: ₹2,839
CNG and PNG Rates Vary by City
Prices for CNG and PNG are crucial for commuters and households connected to piped gas networks. These rates exhibit significant differences from city to city, primarily due to varying local taxes, input gas procurement costs, and transportation expenses. On October 15, the prices per kilogram for CNG were:
- Delhi: ₹86.98/kg
- Mumbai: ₹88/kg
- Kolkata: ₹93.50/kg
- Chennai: ₹99.50/kg
- Bengaluru: ₹98/kg
- Hyderabad: ₹112/kg
- Noida: ₹95.59/kg
- Gurugram: ₹92.01/kg
- Chandigarh: ₹93.80/kg
- Jaipur: ₹99.50/kg
Similarly, Piped Natural Gas (PNG) rates per Standard Cubic Meter (SCM) on October 15 included:
- Delhi: ₹49.59/SCM
- Mumbai: ₹52/SCM
- Kolkata: ₹50/SCM
- Chennai: ₹52/SCM
- Bengaluru: ₹53/SCM
- Hyderabad: ₹56/SCM
- Noida: ₹49.46/SCM
- Gurugram: ₹48.40/SCM
- Chandigarh: ₹57.48/SCM
- Jaipur: ₹51.50/SCM
The ongoing volatility in international energy markets and geopolitical tensions continue to influence the broader fuel price landscape, prompting concerns about future supply security and cost implications for both consumers and businesses.