The hospitality sector in Bengaluru is bracing for higher food prices as LPG cylinder prices have increased by ₹60 and ₹114.5 for commercial cylinders used by hotels.
Hotel associations warn that rising fuel and ingredient costs could lead to higher menu prices in the coming weeks.
PC Rao, president of the Bengaluru Bruhat Hotels Association, said the impact on restaurants and hotels has been compounded by the withdrawal of an earlier discount on commercial cylinders.
He added that hotels are already facing rising costs for several key food preparation ingredients, including cooking oil, coffee beans, and dry fruits.
Industry representatives said the combined rise in fuel and ingredient costs could eventually force hotels in Bengaluru to review menu prices.
Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah criticised the Union government, saying the decision would add further pressure on households already grappling with inflation.
