Domestic LPG prices have increased by Rs 29 amid rising global energy costs linked to the Iran conflict, but Indian households continue to pay significantly less than consumers in neighbouring countries and developed economies due to government support and subsidies.
The government's latest increase in domestic LPG prices, triggered by rising global energy costs amid the ongoing Iran conflict, has added to household expenses in India.
Yet, even after the Rs 29 hike, Indian consumers continue to pay significantly less for cooking gas than households in many neighbouring and developed countries.
The price of a standard 14.2-kg domestic LPG cylinder in Delhi has risen from Rs 913 to Rs 942.
However, according to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, the actual cost of supplying a cylinder has now crossed Rs 1,600, meaning consumers are still being shielded from the full impact of international market prices.
Beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) continue to receive additional support. With a direct benefit transfer of Rs 300 on the first four refills every year, eligible households effectively pay Rs 642 per cylinder.
This places cooking gas prices for Ujjwala consumers well below prevailing rates in several countries.
The increase in LPG prices comes at a time when the conflict in West Asia has unsettled global energy markets.
Crude oil and natural gas prices have surged amid concerns over supply disruptions, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz, a key maritime route that handles nearly one-fifth of the world's crude oil and gas shipments.
Despite these pressures, the Centre has continued to moderate the impact on domestic consumers.
The Petroleum Ministry said public sector oil marketing companies and government support mechanisms absorb a substantial portion of the burden, helping keep retail prices below market-linked levels.
A comparison released by the government shows that Indian households continue to pay less for LPG than consumers in neighbouring countries such as Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.
The difference is even more pronounced when compared with developed economies.
| Country/Market | Price per 14.2-kg LPG Cylinder (₹) | Difference vs India PMUY Price (₹642) |
| India (PMUY beneficiary) | 642 | -- |
| Pakistan | 1,046 | ~63% higher |
| Nepal | 1,207 | ~88% higher |
| Bangladesh | Approx. 1,225 | ~91% higher |
| Sri Lanka | 1,241 | ~93% higher |
| United States | Approx. 1,755 | ~173% higher |
| Australia | Approx. 1,765 | ~175% higher |
| Canada | Approx. 2,411 | ~276% higher |
According to the government, the effective price paid by Ujjwala beneficiaries remains about 60 per cent below international levels, while even non-PMUY consumers pay roughly 45 per cent less than the market-linked cost of LPG.
Published: 07 Jun 2026, 09:53 am IST
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