Indian consumers are seeing mixed changes in fuel prices as of July 2, 2026. While commercial Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinder prices have been significantly reduced, rates for domestic LPG, Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), and Piped Natural Gas (PNG) have held steady across the country.
Commercial LPG Cylinders See Price Cut
For the first time in 2026, the price of 19 kg commercial LPG cylinders has been cut, bringing significant relief to businesses. These reductions, effective from July 1, range from ₹173 to ₹183.50 depending on the city. The government attributed this reduction to the restoration of LPG supplies to pre-crisis levels for commercial consumers, following improved domestic production and expected imported cargoes.
Commercial LPG Prices (19 kg cylinder) on July 2, 2026:
- Delhi: ₹2,930
- Mumbai: ₹2,885.50
- Chennai: ₹3,106
- Kolkata: ₹3,081.50
- Bengaluru: ₹3,021
- Hyderabad: ₹3,191
- Jaipur: ₹2,957.50
- Noida: ₹2,930
- Gurugram: ₹2,947.50
- Chandigarh: ₹2,954.50
Domestic LPG, CNG, and PNG Rates Remain Unchanged
In contrast to commercial LPG, the prices for 14.2 kg domestic LPG cylinders, CNG, and PNG have not changed for July 2026. CNG and PNG rates were last adjusted in May, and domestic LPG prices have also been stable.
Domestic LPG Prices (14.2 kg cylinder) on July 2, 2026:
- Delhi: ₹942
- Mumbai: ₹941.50
- Chennai: ₹957.50
- Kolkata: ₹968
- Bengaluru: ₹944.50
- Hyderabad: ₹994
- Jaipur: ₹945.50
- Noida: ₹939.50
- Gurugram: ₹950.50
- Chandigarh: ₹951.50
CNG Prices (per kg) on July 2, 2026:
- Delhi: ₹83.09
- Mumbai: ₹86
- Chennai: ₹97
- Kolkata: ₹93.50
- Bengaluru: ₹97
- Hyderabad: ₹97
- Jaipur: ₹96
- Noida: ₹91.70
- Gurugram: ₹88.12
- Chandigarh: ₹98.75
PNG Prices (per SCM) on July 2, 2026:
- Delhi: ₹49.59
- Mumbai: ₹51.50
- Chennai: ₹50
- Kolkata: ₹50
- Bengaluru: ₹53
- Hyderabad: ₹51
- Jaipur: ₹49.50
- Noida: ₹49.45
- Gurugram: ₹48.40
- Chandigarh: ₹54.70
Supply Stability Amid Global Events
The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas confirmed that full supply of domestic LPG, PNG, and CNG is being maintained nationwide. This stability comes despite the ongoing West Asia conflict, which is reportedly nearing its end. Restrictions on commercial LPG supplies, which were previously diverted to domestic consumers to protect household consumption, have now been fully withdrawn. The ministry noted a 98 percent rise in online bookings for LPG and 100 percent supply maintenance across all categories.
In related news, aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices were also cut by ₹5 per liter, bringing the Delhi rate to ₹110 per liter. This marks the first reduction in jet fuel rates since the crisis pushed them to record highs, offering potential relief to airlines.