Mysore/Mysuru, May 2 -- 19-kg LPG cylinder to cost Rs. 3,132; hoteliers weigh price hike options

A steep hike of Rs. 991 in commercial LPG cylinder prices has dealt a fresh blow to the hotel industry in Mysuru, with many establishments now considering a revision in menu prices.

While the Union Government announced a nationwide increase of Rs. 993 yesterday, the hike in Mysuru stands at Rs. 991. With this, the price of a commercial cylinder has jumped from Rs. 2,141 in April to Rs. 3,132 now.

Hoteliers point out that this is part of a sharp upward trend, with prices rising by as much as Rs. 1,440 between Mar. 1, 2026 and May 1.

The increase comes at a time when the industry is still reeling from losses caused by supply constraints duri...