KEY POINTS
- Commercial LPG cylinder prices reduced by ₹10 from 1 December.
- Domestic 14.2 kg LPG cylinder rates remain unchanged across India.
- New rates applicable nationwide from the morning of 1 December 2025.
LPG Cylinder Prices Reduced: New Rates Effective 1 December
The new month has started with a bit of relief for businesses across India. Oil marketing companies have reduced the prices of commercial LPG cylinders, effective from 1 December 2025.
This cut, although small, comes just before the Union Budget and brings welcome relief for hotels, restaurants, dhabas, and catering services that depend heavily on commercial LPG.
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Summary of Latest LPG Rates
| City | New Price (19 kg) | Old Price |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | ₹1580.50 | ₹1590.50 |
| Kolkata | ₹1684 | ₹1694 |
| Mumbai | ₹1531 | ₹1541 |
| Chennai | ₹1739.50 | ₹1749.50 |
Domestic Cylinder Prices Remain Steady
While commercial cylinders became cheaper, domestic LPG cylinder prices (14.2 kg) remain unchanged.
This means households will continue paying the same amount as last month.
Here are the current domestic rates in major cities:
- Delhi: ₹853
- Mumbai: ₹852.50
- Lucknow: ₹890.50
- Varanasi: ₹916.50
- Ahmedabad: ₹860
- Hyderabad: ₹905
- Patna: ₹951
Stable domestic prices are a relief for families, especially amid price hikes in many other essential goods in recent months.
Price Fluctuations Over Recent Months
Commercial LPG rates have been changing frequently over the past few months:
- ₹5 reduction in November
- ₹51 major reduction in September
- ₹16 increase in October
These frequent changes happen due to factors like:
- International crude oil trends
- Dollar–rupee exchange rate
- Shipping and transportation costs
- Global market volatility
Why Do Commercial Prices Change So Often?
Commercial LPG is not subsidised, which means global price changes impact it more directly.
Sectors like hotels, restaurants, canteens, and catering rely heavily on these cylinders, so even a small reduction or hike affects their operational costs.
Who Benefits the Most?
The latest ₹10 cut may look small, but it brings meaningful savings, especially during busy seasons:
- Hotels, restaurants, and dhabas save on cooking expenses
- Catering businesses benefit during weddings and festivals
- Domestic consumers get relief as their cylinder price stays the same
- Businesses facing inflation get some breathing space
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which LPG cylinder price has been reduced in December?
Only the 19 kg commercial LPG cylinder has received a price cut of ₹10.
2. Has the domestic LPG price changed?
No. The price of the 14.2 kg domestic LPG cylinder remains unchanged nationwide.
3. When did the new rates come into effect?
The updated LPG prices came into effect from the morning of 1 December 2025.
