Commercial LPG prices slashed in Delhi, Kolkata; no change in domestic rates: Report

The price of commercial LPG reportedly stands at ₹2,738 per cylinder in Delhi and ₹2,872 per cylinder in Kolkata as of Sunday, August 1. The prices of 19kg commercial LPG has been reduced by in Delhi and Kolkata, with no change in rates of domestic LPG, news agency ANI reported on Sunday citing sources.Commercial LPG is now cheaper by ₹202 in Delhi and ₹209 in Kolkata. (pic for representation)Commercial LPG is now cheaper by ₹202 in Delhi and ₹209 in Kolkata. According to Good Returns, the price of commercial LPG stands at ₹2,738 per cylinder in Delhi and ₹2,872 per cylinder in Kolkata as of Sunday, August 1.Check commercial LPG rates today in other cities (as per Good Returns):CityCommercial LPG price (August 1)Bengaluru ₹2,821Hyderabad ₹2,985Mumbai ₹2,691Bhubaneswar ₹2,908Chennai ₹2,906Lucknow ₹2.860Noida ₹2.738Patna ₹3,018The last time commercial LPG rates saw a drop was on July 1, when oil marketing companies brought down rates by ₹183.50, bringing the retail price in Delhi down to ₹2,930 per cylinder.Vendors reacts to price dropShop owners and vendors welcomed the further reduction in commercial LPG rates on Sunday. A street food vendor, Jhandu in North 24 Parganas told news agency ANI, "Yes, the price has come down by ₹209...We are facing a little difficulty, it is good that the price has come down but it should be further reduced."A shop owner in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya also praised the price drop and said it would make a difference. “It would be better if it became a bit cheaper. We are fully satisfied, though it would be even better if they could look into it a little further. Whatever the government does, it does for the best; it wouldn't do anything detrimental. There will definitely be some relief,” Sachin, a sweet shop owner in Ayodhya said.Similarly, a tea seller in Delhi also said that the price reduction would help, adding that rates should further drop.Concerns over LPG pricesLPG prices saw a big jump after the US-Iran war began, triggering disruptions in passage through the Strait of Hormuz, an important waterway for vessels carrying oil to different countries.The government has maintained that petroleum product prices in India are linked to corresponding international market prices.Follow the latest breaking news, major developments and agenda-setting stories from India and around the world with the newsdesk at Hindustan Times. Operating round the clock, the desk brings together experienced editors, reporters and correspondents to deliver fast, accurate and contextual reporting across subjects that influence public policy, governance, business, society and international affairs. The HT News Desk covers politics, elections, government policies, the economy, business and markets, science and technology, the environment, law and order, infrastructure, education, climate issues and geopolitics, while closely tracking developments across states, institutions and global capitals. The team also leads coverage of major breaking news events, policy announcements, court proceedings, natural disasters, public emergencies and significant international developments. Reports published by the newsdesk are based on information gathered from reporters on the ground, official statements, government agencies, court records, regulatory filings, recognised institutions and other authoritative sources. Stories undergo editorial scrutiny and verification processes to ensure accuracy, fairness and relevance, and are updated as events evolve and additional information becomes available. Whether covering a key political decision in New Delhi, an economic policy shift affecting millions, a landmark court ruling or a major global event, the HT News Desk aims to provide readers with reliable, fact-based journalism that delivers not only the latest developments but also the context and analysis needed to understand their wider implications.Read MoreLpgGet the latest India News, breaking headlines and real-time updates from across the country. Stay informed about politics, government policies, crime, weather and major national developments.