Islamabad (Bolta PakistanHD Online) , Liquefied petroleum gas prices have climbed sharply in Pakistan amid g reduced trade with Iran, were cited among the factors reported supply shortages.

According to Dawn, open-market prices reached as high as Rs600 per kilogram in hilly areas, while some parts of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa reported prices around Rs500 per kilogram.

The report placed October’s official OGRA rate at Rs279 per kilogram. Supply disruptions, includincontributing to market pressure.

With winter approaching and household demand expected to rise, consumers may face additional cooking and heating expenses. Buyers should compare local prices with the applicable official rate.

Source: Dawn, October 21, 2026.