LPG Price Update: Starting Monday, India saw a ₹50 hike in domestic LPG cylinder prices, announced by Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri. With this increase, the price of a standard 14.2 kg LPG cylinder has gone up from ₹803 to ₹853. Beneficiaries under the Ujjwala Yojana will now pay ₹553 instead of ₹503.
While ₹50 might feel like a pinch for Indian consumers, you’ll be stunned to know what people in Pakistan are paying for the same LPG cylinder — almost four times more than in India!
LPG Prices in India vs. Pakistan
After the latest revision, an LPG cylinder in India costs ₹853. In contrast, economic hardships have pushed the prices in Pakistan to ₹3,000–₹3,500 per cylinder!
Pakistan, grappling with severe financial crises, is facing skyrocketing prices for essential commodities, including cooking gas. Everyday citizens are struggling to afford basic necessities, with LPG cylinders becoming a luxury for many households.
Why Is LPG So Expensive in Pakistan?
As of March 2025, the official LPG price in Pakistan was PKR 247.82 per kilogram.
Given that a standard LPG cylinder weighs 14.2 kilograms (similar to India's domestic size), the cost of a single cylinder in Pakistan is roughly PKR 3,519 — approximately ₹3,000 to ₹3,500 in Indian currency.
- Commercial LPG Cylinders (45.4 kg) in Pakistan are even more expensive, costing around PKR 11,251.16 (~₹9,500).
- Although prices fluctuate, Pakistan witnessed a minor dip of PKR 6.15 per kilogram in March 2025, bringing the price of an 11.8 kg cylinder down to PKR 2,930 (~₹2,475).
Despite slight reductions, the overall burden on the common man remains heavy due to the country's ongoing economic instability.
Conclusion: A Tale of Two Economies
While Indian consumers often complain about LPG price hikes, the situation in Pakistan paints a much grimmer picture. With prices soaring beyond ₹3,000 per cylinder, basic cooking fuel is increasingly becoming inaccessible to large sections of Pakistan’s population.
The stark difference between LPG prices in India and Pakistan serves as a reminder of the larger economic challenges that affect everyday life in neighboring countries.
