BPCL's Bharatgas Lite ZIP combines composite cylinder with instant connections and express delivery. The stock is down 18% YTD. Rollout targets 100 cities by Aug 15.
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Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. on Monday launched Bharatgas Lite ZIP, a premium free-trade LPG offering in Mumbai, with plans to expand to 100 cities across 24 states by August 15, 2026.
The product combines BPCL's lightweight composite Bharatgas Lite cylinder with two new service features: instant new connections through a simplified onboarding process and express delivery of LPG cylinders. Chairman and Managing Director Sanjay Khanna said the offering targets working professionals, students, and mobile urban populations.
Bharatgas Lite ZIP operates in the free-trade LPG segment, priced outside the regulated subsidy framework. The composite cylinder has a transparent body allowing users to monitor gas levels, and is lighter and corrosion-free compared to conventional steel cylinders.
Director of Marketing Subhankar Sen said the launch incorporates 100% digital booking, OTP-based delivery authentication, and a quality assurance programme called Zero Ka Dum.
BPCL shares traded at ₹312.25 on the NSE on Monday, down 1.05% from the previous close of ₹315.55. The stock has fallen roughly 18% year-to-date and sits closer to its 52-week low of ₹266.60 than its high of ₹391.65 recorded in February 2026.
The Maharatna PSU operates over 6,250 LPG distributorships nationally and holds a combined refining capacity of 35.3 million metric tonnes per annum across its Mumbai, Kochi, and Bina refineries.
India's LPG subsidy has been reduced in recent years, making the free-trade segment more attractive for oil marketing companies. BPCL's premium offering lets it compete on service and convenience rather than price alone. The company plans to expand the service to 100 cities by August 15. No financial details of the investment were disclosed.
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