LPG Inflation Hits 5.28%, Coal and Firewood Prices Soar

Fuel inflation can significantly impact household budgets, and recent data from the Ministry of Finance's Monthly Economic Review for September 2026 highlights the changes in prices of various fuels. The review shows that LPG and piped natural gas inflation rose to 5.28% in August 2026, up from 4.60% in June 2026.

This means households using these fuels paid more compared to the same period last year. For example, if an LPG cylinder costs ₹1,000 in August 2026, the comparable price a year earlier would have been around ₹950, indicating an increase of about ₹50 per cylinder.

CPI inflation for coal and firewood was higher than LPG inflation in August, at 8.06% and 8.26%, respectively. The review also shows that transport fuel inflation affects households both directly and indirectly, with people who use cars or two-wheelers facing a direct impact through higher fuel expenses.