LPG cylinders price hiked by up to ₹37 in metros

The cost of non-subsidised liquefied petroleum gas was increased by up to ₹37 per cylinder in metros on Monday. Starting June 1, the price of non-subsidised LPG was raised by ₹11.50 per cylinder (14.2 kilograms) in Delhi, ₹31.50 per cylinder in Kolkata, ₹11.50 per cylinder in Mumbai and ₹37.00 per cylinder in Chennai, data from Indian Oil Corporation showed.

"For the month of June, 2020, there has been an increase in international prices of LPG. Due to the increase in the prices in the international market, the RSP (retail selling price) of LPG in Delhi market will be increased by ₹11.50 per cylinder," Indian Oil said in a statement.

The increase in cooking gas rates follows three consecutive months of reduction. LPG cylinder rates are revised at the beginning of each month.

"The retail selling price of LPG in Delhi market for the month of May 2020 was reduced from ₹744 to ₹581.50 per cylinder for all consumers in line with drop in international prices," Indian Oil said.