New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Commercial establishments across India are set to face increased operational costs following another sharp rise in LPG cylinder prices. Authorities have raised the rate of commercial cylinders by ₹993, marking the third upward revision since tensions escalated in the Iran–Israel conflict.
The latest adjustment follows earlier hikes of ₹144 and ₹200 in recent months, reflecting the continued impact of global fuel market instability. While domestic LPG prices for households have largely been kept stable, commercial users are bearing the brunt of these increases.
Restaurants, hotels, and catering businesses are expected to be the most affected, as they depend heavily on bulk LPG supplies for daily operations. Industry representatives warn that the surge in fuel costs could lead to higher prices for food and services, potentially affecting consumers as well.
Experts attribute the repeated hikes to rising international crude oil prices and supply disruptions linked to geopolitical tensions. With energy markets remaining volatile, further fluctuations in fuel pricing cannot be ruled out.
Business owners have called for supportive measures to ease the burden, especially for small enterprises already dealing with rising input costs.
