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India LPG: Stable domestic prices and commercial hikes

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As of ~~early October~~ mid-October 2026, domestic LPG cylinder prices in India have remained stable for ~~a fourth consecutive month.~~ several months. Major oil marketing companies, including IOCL, BPCL, and HPCL, continue to maintain consistent rates for 14.2 kg domestic ~~cylinders.~~ cylinders following reviews of international crude oil and input costs. In major metropolitan areas, prices remain at ₹942.00 in New Delhi, ₹941.50 in Mumbai, ₹968.00 in Kolkata, and ₹957.50 in ~~Chennai, with Bengaluru~~ Chennai. Regional variations persist due to logistics and transportation; for instance, in Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow is priced at ~~₹944.50~~ ₹979.50, while Varanasi and ~~Ranchi~~ Gorakhpur see higher rates of approximately ₹1,005.50 and ₹1,004.00 respectively. In Patna, Bihar, domestic prices are notably higher at ~~₹1,010.50.~~ ₹1,031.50. New regulatory measures implemented on October 1 include a Delivery Authentication Code (DAC) system designed to enhance transparency and prevent black marketing. Under this system, consumers must provide a unique OTP sent to their registered mobile number to the delivery agent to complete a transaction. There is also an increased emphasis on E-KYC processes to maintain valid connections. While domestic rates ~~are unchanged, the cost of~~ have remained steady, commercial 19 kg ~~commercial~~ LPG ~~cylinders increased by ₹62.50 effective October 1.~~ cylinder prices experienced hikes earlier in the month. In Delhi, the commercial cylinder price rose to ₹2,810, while in Mumbai, prices reached ₹2,764. ~~This hike is~~ These increases are expected to impact operating costs for the catering, hotel, and restaurant sectors, potentially increasing the cost of meals and sweets during the current festive season. By October 6, regional price variations continue to be influenced by international market trends, currency exchange rates, transportation costs, taxes, and local dealer commissions. For example, commercial cylinders in Patna have reached ₹3,100.50.

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