As of May 1, 2025, the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has announced a reduction in LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) prices, bringing relief to households across Pakistan. According to the official notification, the price of an 11.8 kg domestic LPG cylinder has been reduced by Rs. 37.80, setting the new price at Rs. 2,892.91. This decrease is primarily due to a 1.8% drop in the Saudi Aramco Contract Price (CP) and a 0.22% appreciation in the Pakistani Rupee against the US Dollar. OGRA explained that international market dynamics, including fluctuations in global oil benchmarks and currency exchange rates, directly influence local LPG pricing. It's worth noting that in April 2025, OGRA had increased LPG prices by Rs. 6.40 per domestic cylinder, raising concerns among consumers already dealing with rising inflation. However, this downward revision for May is being welcomed by the public. Despite this official reduction, reports suggest that in some areas, LPG is still being sold above the OGRA-approved rates. Authorities are expected to take action to ensure that these price cuts reach the end consumers.
LPG Prices Rise Again: What It Means for Pakistani Consumers.
As of April 1, 2025, the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has announced an increase in the price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). The new rate is set at Rs248.37 per kilogram, marking a rise of Rs0.54 per kg. Consequently, the cost of an 11.8 kg domestic LPG cylinder has increased by Rs6.40, bringing the new price to Rs2,930.71.
LPG Prices Decrease in April 2024: Relief for Pakistani Consumers
In April 2024, the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) announced a reduction in the price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), providing relief to consumers across Pakistan. The per kilogram price of LPG was decreased by Rs. 6.44, bringing it down from Rs. 256.78 to Rs. 250.34. Consequently, the price of an 11.8 kg domestic cylinder was reduced by Rs. 76.09, setting the new price at Rs. 2,954.03, compared to Rs. 3,030.12 in March 2024. This price adjustment was attributed to a 2.8% decrease in the Saudi Aramco Contract Price (CP) and a 0.25% appreciation of the Pakistani Rupee against the US Dollar. These factors collectively contributed to the reduction in LPG prices for consumers. The decrease in LPG prices was welcomed by households and businesses alike, especially during the month of Ramadan when energy consumption typically increases. However, it was noted that in some areas, LPG was still being sold above the OGRA-notified rates, highlighting the need for regulatory enforcement to ensure that the benefits of the price reduction reach all consumers.