The ongoing war between America, Israel and Iran has badly affected gas and oil imports in India. India imports about 60% of its LPG requirement. About 90% of this supply comes from Middle East countries, for which the Strait of Hormuz is an important sea route. There is LPG shortage in India due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The effect of which was seen in the prices recently. The government had increased the prices of 14.2 kg domestic gas cylinders by Rs 60.
The price of LPG varies across states of the country, because VAT (tax) and freight charges are different in every state. In the country’s capital New Delhi, a 14.2 kg domestic LPG cylinder costs ₹ 913.00 on March 17. This price is ₹60 more than last month’s ₹853.00. On the other hand, the price of one cylinder in Patna is ₹ 1,002.50. Let us know what is the price of LPG cylinder in major cities of the country?
| City | Domestic LPG Cylinder Price (14.2kg) |
| Patna | ₹1,002.50 |
| New Delhi | ₹913.00 |
| Bengaluru | ₹915.50 |
| Mumbai | ₹912.50 |
| Chennai | ₹928.50 |
| Kolkata | ₹939.00 |
| Gurugram | ₹921.50 |
| Lucknow | ₹950.50 |
| Noida | ₹910.50 |
| Hyderabad | ₹965.00 |
Government took necessary steps
The Indian government says that there is no shortage of LPG. However, due to reduced commercial supply, the LPG crisis has affected many businesses like hotels and restaurants. The government has taken several steps to maintain the balance of demand and supply. Instructions have been given to stop hoarding and ensure that rules are followed. Refinery companies have been asked to increase LPG production and domestic supply has been controlled on a first-come, first-served basis. Special arrangements have been made for essential sectors like hospitals, schools, restaurants and dairies, so that they continue to get the supply of commercial LPG cylinders directly through Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs).
Now the second cylinder will be booked in these days
The time difference for booking domestic LPG cylinders in the country has been increased from 21 days to 25 days. In such a situation, complaints are coming from many places that some dealers are black marketing the cylinders. Many times it happens that even after booking the cylinder, delivery is not received on time, or some dealers try to give the cylinder by charging more money. If this is happening with you too then there is no need to worry. You can directly contact the gas company against the arbitrariness of the dealer. official helpline You can file a complaint on.
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