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Commercial LPG cylinder jumps Rs 993 to Rs 3071 in Delhi amid Hormuz disruption
Economy
Published on 1 May 2026
A shipping chokepoint is squeezing gas for hotels
A blockade linked to the Iran war affecting the Strait of Hormuz is disrupting Gulf energy flows, tightening gas supplies for industrial users and reducing LPG availability for commercial buyers like hotels and restaurants. As a result, the 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder price has been hiked by Rs 993, pushing Delhi’s rate to Rs 3,071.50.
- Strait of Hormuz disruption is curtailing Gulf gas and LPG supply
- Commercial LPG availability for hotels and restaurants is reduced
- 19-kg commercial cylinder price rises by Rs 993
- Delhi rate now stands at Rs 3,071.50
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