Domestic LPG price hiked by ₹60 amid West Asia conflict
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Summary
Non-subsidised LPG, the one that common household users other than the Ujjwala beneficiaries use in their kitchens, will now cost ₹913 per 14.2 kg cylinder in Delhi, according to the Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) website; the price increase is effective from March 7
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source The Hindu - National
Published Saturday, 7 March 2026
Affected Population ~350 million BPL population, 140 million elderly
Key Numbers
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
MGNREGA: Rs 86,000 crore annual outlay
NSAP pensions: 3 crore beneficiaries
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
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Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right