Hike in commercial gas cylinder price just before Union Budget-2026, check new rates
Commercial LPG Price Hike: Just before the budget is presented on the first of February, the country has seen a major inflationary surge. Oil companies have decided to significantly increase gas cylinder prices effective February 1, 2026. The price of a 19-kg commercial gas cylinder has increased by Rs 50. This is the second consecutive month in which oil marketing companies have surprised people by raising gas prices.
In the national capital, Delhi, the price of a 19-kg commercial cylinder has increased from Rs1691.50 to 1740.50. In Kolkata, its new price has risen toRs 1844.50, while in Mumbai, customers will now have to pay Rs 1692. In Chennai the price has reached Rs1899.50.
Second consecutive increase
This is the second consecutive month that commercial gas cylinder prices have been increased. Previously, on January 1, 2026, companies began the year with a massive price hike of ₹111. This news, which came on Budget Day, has significantly increased the concerns of merchants and restaurant owners..
Relief for domestic consumers
Amidst this inflation, the only relief is that The price of a 14-kg domestic gas cylinder has not increased. Domestic cylinder prices remain unchanged at the rates of April 8, 2025. A domestic cylinder is available at Rs 853 in Delhi, Rs 879 in Kolkata, Rs 852 in Mumbai, and Rs 868 in Chennai.
Burden on small businesses and hotel industry is increasing
These new rates were implemented just hours before Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the budget.
Due to continuously rising prices, the financial burden on small businesses and the hotel industry is continuously increasing. Gas prices have increased by a total of approximately Rs 161 from December to February. Market experts believe that these changes may also lead to higher prices for food and beverages in the future.
Business organizations say that rising costs are forcing them to raise prices for their services. Commercial gas prices will also pose significant challenges to mid-day meal and tiffin service providers. Companies have currently targeted the commercial sector, but domestic gas may also face pressure in the future.