State-owned oil marketing companies (OMCs) have increased the prices of commercial LPG and aviation turbine fuel (ATF) from October 1, 2026. The price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder has gone up by ₹62.50 in Delhi, while ATF prices for domestic airlines have increased by ₹16 per litre.Key HighlightsCommercial LPG prices increased by ₹62.50 per 19-kg cylinder in Delhi.The Delhi commercial LPG cylinder now costs ₹2,810.ATF prices for domestic airlines increased by ₹16 per litre to ₹137.Domestic LPG prices remain unchanged.Petrol and diesel prices have also remained unchanged.The revisions are linked to international benchmark prices and currency movements.Commercial LPG Cylinder Price IncreasedThe price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder in Delhi has increased from ₹2,747.50 in September to ₹2,810 from October 1. This represents a ₹62.50 increase, or around 2.3%.Commercial LPG cylinders are mainly used by restaurants, hotels, caterers and other businesses. The latest increase comes ahead of the festive season, potentially raising operating costs for establishments that rely heavily on LPG.The increase varies across cities. In Mumbai, the 19-kg cylinder is priced at ₹2,764, while Chennai's price has risen to ₹2,983. Patna recorded an increase of ₹71.50, taking the price to ₹3,100.50.ATF Price Rises by ₹16 Per LitreAviation turbine fuel prices have also increased from October 1. For domestic airlines, ATF has risen from around ₹121 per litre to ₹137 per litre, marking a ₹16 increase.The latest hike follows increases of ₹6.28 per litre in September and ₹5 per litre in August. ATF is one of the largest operating expenses for airlines and can account for up to 40% of their operating costs.Higher aviation fuel prices can increase operating costs for airlines, although the effect on airfares depends on several factors, including demand, competition and other operating expenses.Domestic LPG Prices Remain UnchangedThe October 1 revision applies to commercial LPG, while prices of domestic 14.2-kg LPG cylinders have remained unchanged.In Delhi, the household LPG cylinder continues to cost ₹942. This means residential consumers have not been directly affected by the latest commercial LPG price increase.Why LPG and ATF Prices ChangeLPG and ATF prices are revised periodically based on international fuel benchmarks and movements in the rupee-dollar exchange rate. Local taxes can also cause differences in fuel prices between cities and states.The latest revisions come at the beginning of the festive season, when demand from restaurants, hotels, travel businesses and other commercial establishments typically becomes an important factor for operating costs.What the October 1 Price Hike MeansThe latest OMC revision means higher fuel expenses for commercial LPG users and airlines, while household LPG consumers continue to pay the existing domestic cylinder price.For businesses using commercial LPG, the ₹62.50 increase adds to monthly operating expenses. For airlines, the ₹16-per-litre ATF increase adds further fuel costs at a time when aviation companies are closely monitoring operating expenses.
