Relief for households as 14.2 kg domestic cooking gas rates revised downward
February 17, 2026: In a major relief for crores of households, prices of the 14.2 kg domestic LPG cylinder have been reduced, offering respite at a time when family budgets remain stretched. Cooking gas is a daily necessity across urban and rural India, and even a small price change directly impacts monthly expenses. Oil marketing companies have released the revised rates, which have come into effect in major cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai. However, final prices may vary slightly from city to city due to differences in local taxes, VAT and transportation costs.
The price cut is largely attributed to softness in international crude oil rates, which influence LPG pricing. When global crude prices decline, domestic cooking gas rates often follow suit. Government policies and subsidy mechanisms also help stabilise prices, though global developments such as geopolitical tensions or supply disruptions can quickly alter trends. For families using one or two cylinders a month, the reduction could translate into meaningful annual savings amid persistent inflation.
The move is particularly significant for beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, who already receive subsidy support for refills. With the base price now lower, their financial burden is expected to ease further, especially in rural and low-income households where high cylinder costs had forced some families to revert to traditional fuels. Even with reduced rates, experts advise adopting simple gas-saving measures such as using pressure cookers, covering utensils while cooking and avoiding high flames to maximise savings.