LPG cylinder prices have been hiked by Rs 144.5 from today
This is the second straight monthly increase in rates warranted due to firming up of prices in the international market
Distributors say consumers reluctant to accept cylinders not booked by them
Delivery of cylinders is taking around 10 to 15 days in some of the states
State-owned fuel marketing companies revise ATF prices on the 1st of every month based on average of benchmark international oil price in the previous month
Non-subsidised LPG will now cost Rs 574.50 with effect from midnight tonight
Subsidised cooking gas price will be Rs 494.35 per cylinder
The subsidy transfer in customers' bank account has been increased to Rs 376.60 per cylinder