LPG cylinder price hike: Government announces big change on refill rule amid ongoing Iran-Israel war

After the Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinder price hike in the country, the government has increased the LPG booking period from 21 days to 25 days to prevent hoarding and ensure a fair supply of cylinders amid the ongoing Middle East crisis, reports news agency ANI. "There were instances that people who were earlier booking LPG cylinders in 55 Days have started booking cylinders in 15 days," ANI quoted government sources as saying.

The Centre has also ordered refineries to boost LPG output to prioritise domestic LPG over commercial connections. "Domestic consumers will always be a priority," the sources reaffirmed, as India scouts for more LPG partners. Countries like Algeria, Australia, Canada, and Norway have approached to sell LPG to India, they added.

Just two days back, domestic LPG cylinders' price was hiked by Rs 60 more, reaching Rs 913 in the national capital Delhi, while commercial prices saw a Rs 114.5 increase.


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How to book domestic LPG cylinder

Booking a domestic LPG cylinder is simple and can be done through several methods depending on your gas provider. Follow these steps:

Book LPG Cylinder Online (Official Website)

Customers of Indian Oil Corporation (Indane), Bharat Petroleum (Bharat Gas), or Hindustan Petroleum (HP Gas) can book a refill through their official portals.

Steps:

Visit the official LPG provider website.

Log in using your registered mobile number or LPG ID.

Select “Book Cylinder” or “Refill Booking.”

Confirm your delivery address and payment option.

Submit the request and note the booking reference number.

2. Book LPG Cylinder via Mobile Apps

You can also book cylinders through apps such as:

Paytm

PhonePe

Google Pay

Go to the “Gas Cylinder / LPG” section, select your provider, and place the refill request.

3. Book via SMS or Missed Call

Many LPG distributors allow SMS or missed call booking using your registered mobile number.

Example (varies by company):

Send an SMS with your consumer number to the official LPG booking number.

Or give a missed call to the LPG booking helpline provided by your distributor.

4. Book Through IVRS Call

You can also book by calling the LPG IVRS number of your provider and following the automated instructions.

5. Book Through the Government Portal

You can check LPG services and book through the **Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas LPG services portal: https://www.mylpg.in

Petrol, Diesel price update

According to PTI sources, prices of petrol and diesel are expected to remain stable unless global crude oil prices breach the USD 130 per barrel mark, while current projections suggest crude could remain around USD 100 per barrel.

“There is no shortage of petrol and diesel at any pump in the country, and the supply situation remains comfortable,” sources said, adding that India has accelerated crude sourcing from routes outside the Strait of Hormuz to mitigate any disruption risks. Officials also said the country has adequate stock of Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) and there is no reason for concern about aviation fuel availability.

"We expect crude oil prices to be around USD 100 per barrel," one of the sources told ANI. "No problem of shortage of petrol and diesel at any pump in country." They also said that sourcing crude other than the Strait of Hormuz route has been accelerated.

Further, the said sources indicated that India has enough stock of Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF). "India is a producer and exporter of ATF, no need to panic about ATF," they said. India, the sources said, is better placed than other countries.