LPG Price Drop 2025: May has brought some welcome news for companies that use commercial LPG cylinders. For the second consecutive month, the price of 19 kg commercial gas cylinders has been reduced with great relief for hotels, restaurants, and other enterprises.
While domestic LPG rates have remained unchanged this month, the fact that commercial gas prices have been lowered two months in a row could indirectly help consumers too.LPG
What Changes Have Been Introduced in LPG Price This May?
Every month, the government assesses and revises the LPG prices with an increase, a decrease, or maintaining the rates. This May, domestic LPG cylinder prices (14.2 kg) maintained their steadfastness, but another downward revision was effected for the 19 kg commercial cylinders.
Latest Price Drop in Key Cities (19 kg Commercial Cylinder)
| City | Old Price (April) | New Price (May) | Savings (vs. April) | Total Savings (vs. March) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | ₹1,762.00 | ₹1,747.50 | ₹14.50 | ₹55.50 (since March) |
| Kolkata | ₹1,868.50 | ₹1,851.50 | ₹17.00 | ₹55.50 (since March) |
| Mumbai | ₹1,713.50 | ₹1,699.00 | ₹14.50 | ₹55.50 (since March) |
| Chennai | ₹1,921.50 | ₹1,906.00 | ₹15.50 | ₹55.50 (since March) |
This marks a total reduction of ₹55.50 per cylinder compared to March rates, easing operational costs for businesses.
How Do Common People Benefit from This?
While the 19 kg cylinder is primarily in the hands of hotels and restaurants and catering purposes, any decline in commercial gas prices may bring about the following:
- Reduced food prices if businesses pass the savings.
- Lower operating costs for small eateries and street vendors.
- Cheaper eats for families and individuals.
Sadly, no respite was given this month to domestic LPG users. Rather, they had a price hike during the month of April by ₹50, which also affected Ujjwala beneficiaries (now paying ₹553/cylinder) and general consumers (₹853/cylinder).
Current Domestic LPG Prices (14.2 kg Cylinder)
- Delhi: ₹853.00
- Kolkata: ₹879.00
- Mumbai: ₹852.50
- Chennai: ₹868.50