India Introduces New LPG Formula Amid Ongoing Global Crisis

The Indian government has taken further steps to address the supply shortage crisis caused by the West Asia war. Following changes to LPG booking rules for consumers and promoting Piped Natural Gas (PNG) connections, a new formula has been introduced with increased allocation of LPG for non-bulk domestic consumers.

According to Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh, 70% of fuel demand will be allocated to non-domestic bulk consumers, prioritizing key sectors such as pharma, food, polymers, agriculture, packaging, paints, steel, and defence-related materials.

Non-bulk domestic consumers use larger LPG cylinders like Indane XTRATEJ in 19 Kg, 47.5 Kg, and 425 kg weights. These cylinders are not used by households but rather by companies and industries requiring stronger LPG cylinders for various commercial and industrial applications.

The prices of these cylinders have been hiked again in April 2026, with the largest increase seen in Kolkata at Rs 218 per cylinder. This is the third consecutive hike in just a month, following increases on March 1 and March 7 due to the global crisis.