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The Central Government has changed the rules for refill booking of domestic LPG cylinders. ANI told government sources that now after one cylinder is delivered, consumers will be able to book the second cylinder only after 25 days instead of 21 days.
Amidst the Middle East tension, the government has taken this step to stop gas hoarding. According to government sources, earlier people used to book a cylinder in about 55 days, but recently some people started booking again within 15 days.
The government believes that increasing the waiting period to 25 days will curb unnecessary bookings. With this, cylinders will be easily available to those people who really need it.
2 days ago the government increased the price of domestic gas cylinder by ₹ 60
2 days ago the government has made domestic gas cylinder costlier by Rs 60. In Delhi, 14.2 kg LPG gas is now available for Rs 913. Earlier it was Rs 853. Whereas the price of 19 kg commercial cylinder has been increased by Rs 115. Now it is available for Rs 1883. The increased prices have come into effect from March 7.
Earlier, on April 8, 2025, the government had increased the prices of domestic cylinders by Rs 50. That means this increase has been made after about a year. Whereas on March 1, 2026, the price of commercial gas cylinder was increased by Rs 31.
The government has increased the prices of gas at a time when there is a fear of gas shortage in the country due to the war between America, Israel and Iran.
Ban on supply of commercial gas cylinders in Rajasthan
Meanwhile, oil companies in Rajasthan have imposed an unannounced ban on the delivery of commercial gas cylinders in view of the decreasing stock of LPG. The agencies have been sent messages and ordered not to place orders for commercial cylinders.
Only It has been asked to focus only on delivery of cylinders for domestic use. The companies have issued these instructions late at night. related to this Read the full news…
Petrol and diesel prices will remain stable for now
According to government sources, there is no possibility of increase in the prices of petrol and diesel at present. Officials say that until the price of crude oil in the international market does not cross $ 130 per barrel, the prices in the domestic market will remain stable. As per current estimates, crude oil is expected to be around $100 per barrel.
There is no shortage of fuel in the country
Regarding fuel supply, the government has clarified that there is no shortage of oil at any petrol pump in the country. The supply chain is completely normal. To deal with any possible crisis in future, India has intensified the sourcing of crude oil from routes other than the ‘Strait of Hormuz’. Due to this, there will be no interruption in supply in case of any tension in the sea route.
Adequate stock of aviation turbine fuel also
The government has also clarified the situation regarding Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) used in planes. Officials said the country has adequate stock of ATF and there is no need to panic. India is not only a producer of ATF but also exports it. Therefore there will be no impact on airline services.
Other countries are asking for advice from India
In terms of energy management, India seems to be in a better position than many other countries of the world. Government sources said that considering India’s preparedness in the changing global circumstances, many countries have contacted New Delhi. They want to understand India’s stock management and supply chain strategies.
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