Commercial LPG reduction signals mild policy cushioning into year-end consumption cycle

₹6.5 per cylinder reduction on commercial LPG has been implemented across major metros starting November 1, while domestic LPG has seen no price movement since April 2025. Analysts believe the targeted commercial cut supports hospitality, food services, and informal micro-service kitchens ahead of peak seasonal throughput months. This price move is incremental but could support small business margin stabilisation at a time when global commodity volatility remains asymmetric. For policy strategists this signals that fiscal administrators are leaning into calibrated micro stimulus rather than broad headline fuel distortion to preserve macro stability.