India, March 14 -- Paying guest (PG) accommodation in Bengaluru may see rents rise by at least 5% if inflation and geopolitical uncertainties continue to push up the cost of essential supplies, particularly cooking gas, according to PG operators in the city. They say they are already facing shortages of commercial LPG cylinders, forcing them to make operational adjustments, including cutting back on food items such as dosa and idli that are traditionally served to residents.

"PG rentals may increase if the current geopolitical uncertainty continues and input costs rise. However, any increase is likely to be gradual and will depend on how long the LPG supply disruption caused by global conflicts persists," Sukhi Seo, secretary of the Beng...