Commercial LPG and aviation turbine fuel (ATF) became more expensive from Tuesday, September 1, 2026, after state-owned oil marketing companies announced their latest monthly price revision.
In Delhi, the price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder has increased by ₹9.50, taking the new rate from ₹2,738 to ₹2,747.50 per cylinder.
Commercial LPG Gets Costlier
Commercial LPG cylinders are widely used by hotels, restaurants, caterers, roadside eateries and other businesses, meaning the latest increase could marginally raise operating costs for the food and hospitality sectors.
Prices vary across cities. Following the September revision, a 19-kg commercial cylinder costs ₹2,701 in Mumbai, ₹2,884 in Kolkata and ₹2,916.50 in Chennai. Kolkata recorded an increase of ₹11.50, showing that the exact hike varies depending on location.
The latest increase comes after commercial LPG prices were reduced for two consecutive months, including a ₹192 cut in August and a ₹183.50 reduction in July.
Domestic LPG Prices Remain Unchanged
There is relief for household consumers as the price of the standard 14.2-kg domestic LPG cylinder has not been changed in the September revision.
In Delhi, domestic LPG continues to cost ₹942 per 14.2-kg cylinder. Petrol and diesel prices also remain unchanged.
The price of the 5-kg market-priced LPG cylinder has, however, increased by ₹2, from ₹762 to ₹764.
ATF Prices Jump 5.46%
Aviation turbine fuel, commonly known as jet fuel, has witnessed a much sharper increase.
ATF prices for domestic airlines have risen by ₹6.28 per litre, or 5.46%, from ₹115 to ₹121.28 per litre.
This marks the second consecutive monthly increase in ATF prices, following a ₹5-per-litre hike that came into effect on August 1.
Airlines Could Face Higher Costs
ATF is one of the largest operating expenses for airlines and can account for a significant portion of their overall costs.
The latest fuel-price increase could therefore put additional pressure on airlines, particularly at a time when global energy markets remain volatile.
Whether airlines eventually pass some of these additional costs on to passengers through higher airfares will depend on competition, demand and future movements in fuel prices.
Why Have Prices Increased?
ATF and LPG prices are reviewed by state-owned oil marketing companies on the first day of every month, based largely on international benchmark prices and foreign exchange movements.
Local taxes such as VAT also mean that final fuel prices can differ between states and cities.
The September hike comes amid fluctuations in global energy markets, with international fuel prices continuing to influence domestic revisions.
For now, commercial establishments and airlines will face higher fuel costs from September 1, while household LPG consumers have been spared any additional increase.
source – PTI
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