The state-owned Maldive Gas has increased the prices of its 45kg and 22kg gas cylinders, effective today.
Adhadhu understands that the price to refill a 45kg cylinder has been raised to MVR 1,345.50. Previously, a refill for the same size cost MVR 1,170. This adjustment marks an increase of MVR 175.50 per 45kg cylinder.
The price to refill a 22kg cylinder has also risen to MVR 500, up from the previous rate of MVR 440. This represents a price hike of MVR 60 for the 22kg size.
Furthermore, customers purchasing a new 22kg cylinder will now be charged a registration fee of MVR 1,500, while the gas itself for the initial purchase is priced at MVR 500.
For new 2kg cylinders, a registration fee of MVR 400 is required, with the initial gas purchase costing MVR 445. The refill price for a 2kg cylinder remains at MVR 45.
The company’s 10kg cylinders continue to be sold at the previous rate of MVR 200. However, Maldive Gas has currently suspended the issuance of new 10kg and 45kg cylinders.
The government has yet to disclose the reason behind this sudden increase in gas prices.
Last March, Maldive Gas imposed limits on gas sales and cylinder refills due to global oil and gas shortages triggered by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. However, those restrictions were later lifted, and sales had returned to normal.
The government had previously assured the public that the Maldives would not face shortages of essential food items, fuel, or gas as a result of the current situation in the Middle East.
