The prices of domestic gas cylinders have increased again. The central government has increased the price of cylinders by ₹ 50 since 8 April 2025. These new prices have come into force with immediate effect. In such a situation, the common man’s pocket will be directly affected. Let’s know what the LPG cylinders have been rates in major cities of the country.
🏙️ How much will the gas cylinder get in your city now?
City old price (₹) new price (₹) Delhi 803 853 Kolkata 879 Mumbai 802.50 853.50 Chennai 818.50 868.50
🧑 Ujjwala scheme also increased burden
The price of the cylinder received under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala scheme has also been increased. Earlier, where Ujjwala beneficiaries were getting cylinders for ₹ 500, now ₹ 550 will have to be paid for it.
📅 When did the prices of cylinders increase last time?
In March 2023, the central government had increased the price of gas to ₹ 1103.
Earlier, prices were increased by 10 times between 1 June 2021 to 1 March 2023.
However, there was also a cut of ₹ 100 once in between.
🗣️ What did Petroleum Minister say?
Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has confirmed that the prices of gas cylinders have been increased by ₹ 50. This step has been taken keeping in mind the cost of oil companies and crude oil prices in the international market.
🔍 Conclusion:
The fresh increase in the price of domestic gas is going to affect the budget of common people. This can prove to be another setback for the people already facing inflation. In such a situation, it has become necessary to balance the domestic budget again.
