New Year shock for hotels, restaurants and small businesses! From January 1, 2026, oil marketing companies have increased the price of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders by ₹111 across India. This is the biggest single hike in over two years, pushing costs higher for dhabas, caterers and eateries.
Good news for households – 14.2-kg domestic LPG cylinder prices remain unchanged. Petrol and diesel rates also stable with no major changes.
Know Complete Details of LPG & Fuel Price Revision January 2026
Oil companies like Indian Oil, Bharat Petroleum and Hindustan Petroleum revise commercial LPG prices every month on the 1st, based on international rates.
- Commercial 19-kg cylinder: Increased by ₹111 (exact ₹111 in most metros).
- Reason: Rise in global LPG demand due to winter heating needs.
- Domestic 14.2-kg cylinder: No change – government absorbs costs to protect families.
- Petrol/Diesel: Daily rates stable; no big revision on January 1.
- ATF (Jet Fuel): Cut by 7.3% – relief for airlines.
This hike reverses recent cuts where commercial cylinders became cheaper by over ₹200 in 2025.
New Commercial LPG Rates from January 1, 2026 – City-Wise List
Check latest 19-kg commercial cylinder prices:
- Delhi: ₹1,691.50 (earlier ₹1,580.50)
- Mumbai: ₹1,642.50 (earlier ₹1,531.50)
- Kolkata: ₹1,795 (earlier ₹1,684)
- Chennai: ₹1,849.50 (earlier ₹1,738.50)
Rates vary slightly by state due to local taxes. Check your city on Indian Oil website or app.
Domestic LPG Rates – No Change in January 2026
Relief for homes:
- Delhi: ₹853
- Mumbai: ₹852.50
- Kolkata: ₹879
- Chennai: ₹868.50
Last change was ₹50 hike in April 2025. Government provides subsidy support.
Petrol & Diesel Rates on January 2, 2026 – Stable
No major revision:
- Delhi: Petrol ₹94.72/litre, Diesel ₹87.62/litre
- Mumbai: Petrol ₹104.21/litre, Diesel ₹90.03/litre
- Kolkata: Petrol ₹103.94/litre, Diesel ₹90.76/litre
- Chennai: Petrol ₹100.85/litre, Diesel ₹92.49/litre
Rates unchanged since March 2025 cut of ₹2.
How It Affects You – Big Impact on Businesses from January 1
- Hotels & Restaurants: Higher cooking costs – may increase food prices soon.
- Small Eateries & Dhabas: Extra burden on thin margins.
- Households: No direct hit – domestic rates safe.
- Travel: ATF cut may keep airfares stable.
- Tip: Businesses – check bulk deals; households – book refills early.
This revision aligns with global trends but protects common families through subsidies.
Are you running a hotel or eatery? How will this ₹111 hike affect your costs? Comment below and share your views!
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