LPG prices go up in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has increased the prices of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) by Rs3.82 per kg for domestic and Rs45 per kg for commercial consumers , effective from November 30, 2023.

According to a notification issued by OGRA, the new price of LPG has been fixed at Rs254.86 per kg, up from R 251.04 per kg in the previous month, for domestic consumers.

A domestic LPG cylinder of 11.8 kg will now cost Rs3,007, up by Rs45 from the previous price of Rs2,962.

The increase in LPG prices will also affect the cost of commercial cylinders.

A commercial LPG cylinder of 45.4 kg will now cost Rs11,578, up by Rs173 from the previous price of Rs11,405.

OGRA determines the prices of LPG on a monthly basis, based on the international market prices and the exchange rate of the Pakistani rupee.

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LPG is a widely used fuel in Pakistan, especially in rural areas where natural gas is not available. LPG is also used for cooking, heating, and power generation.

The increase in LPG prices has been met with criticism and resentment by the consumers and the LPG distributors.

They have demanded the government to reduce the taxes and levies on LPG and provide relief to the common people.