Domestic LPG Hits ₹1,002 in Patna While Crude Dips Below $110 Amid West Asia War

With about half of India’s LPG imports flowing through the Strait of Hormuz, and 33 crore households dependent on the fuel, a fear of shortages had triggered panic booking among consumers. However, the cylinder bookings are now close to the pre-war levels, the government said on Thursday.

The surge in bookings had prompted the government to invoke the Essential Commodities Act last week, prioritising steady supplies to households and directing refineries to ramp up production.

LPG and CNG Prices in India

As of Friday, the price of a domestic LPG cylinder is over Rs 900 (for domestic cylinders) and Rs 1800 (for commercial cylinders). Patna reported the highest LPG prices, at Rs 1,002.50.

CNG stood in a wide range across cities, between Rs 75 and Rs 95, although fairly stable. Highest CNG prices were reported in Hyderabad, at Rs 96.

Petrol and Diesel Prices in India

Petrol and diesel prices stood at over Rs 100 and Rs 90 in metropolitans, respectively.

On crude prices, Hindustan Petroleum wrote on X: “There is no need to panic. Additional crude oil cargoes are already on their way, and supply will become even stronger in the coming days. Adequate arrangements have been made to meet the country’s energy needs.”