KOCHI: The nation has once again witnessed a hike in the price of commercial LPG cylinders. A 19-kg cylinder now costs Rs 102 more. In light of this, the commercial cylinder's new pricing is Rs. 1842.

Crude oil prices have been rising in the international market for the past few days. This has resulted in a Rs 102 hike in the price of the commercial cylinder. The rise in prices will have a significant effect on the hotel sector.

Restaurant owners are worried that they may have to close their kitchens as cooking gas prices have risen yet again. With cooking gas prices soaring uncontrollably, a commensurate increase in food prices is sure to rip into the common man's pocket. This may lead the hotel and restaurant sector to a crisis.

Meanwhile, the prices of domestic LPG cylinders remain unchanged, much to the relief of the common man.