Fuel prices for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), and Piped Natural Gas (PNG) saw notable shifts across major Indian cities on April 29, 2026. These changes come amidst persistent geopolitical tensions in West Asia, which continue to influence global energy markets and India's domestic supply.
The ongoing uncertainty in the West Asian region, particularly following remarks from US President Donald Trump regarding peace talks and Iran, has contributed to a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. This blockade has significant implications for India, which imports over 40% of its crude oil and 90% of its LPG from these countries. The supply disruptions have directly impacted prices and consumption patterns within India.
Commercial LPG Prices See Hike
The price of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders increased on April 1, driven by a substantial 44% rise in the Saudi Contract Price. This benchmark price escalated from $542 per tonne in March to $780 per tonne in April. The conflict in West Asia, which intensified in late February, has also led to a decline in India's LPG consumption. Official data indicates a 13% drop in March, with consumption at 2.379 million tonnes, representing a 12.8% decrease compared to the same period last year.
Current Fuel Rates Across Major Cities (April 29, 2026)
14.2 kg Domestic LPG Cylinder Prices
- Delhi: ₹913
- Bengaluru: ₹915.50
- Hyderabad: ₹965
- Mumbai: ₹912.50
- Chennai: ₹928.50
- Kolkata: ₹939
19 kg Commercial LPG Cylinder Prices
- Delhi: ₹2,078.50
- Bengaluru: ₹2,161
- Hyderabad: ₹2,320.50
- Mumbai: ₹2,031.50
- Chennai: ₹2,246.50
- Kolkata: ₹2,208.50
CNG Prices (per kg)
- Delhi: ₹77.09
- Bengaluru: ₹88.95
- Hyderabad: ₹97
- Mumbai: ₹81
- Chennai: ₹91.50
- Kolkata: ₹93.50
PNG Prices (per SCM - Standard Cubic Meter)
- Delhi: ₹47.90
- Bengaluru: ₹52
- Hyderabad: ₹51
- Mumbai: ₹50
- Chennai: ₹50
- Kolkata: ₹50
Government Measures to Manage Supply
In response to affected supplies from Saudi Arabia and the UAE, the Indian government has prioritized household cooking gas by reducing LPG allocations to commercial users like hotels and industries. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has also implemented stricter booking regulations. The mandatory interval between LPG cylinder bookings has been extended from 21 to 25 days in urban areas and up to 45 days in rural regions.
An OTP-based delivery authentication system is also being made permanent as part of efforts to curb the diversion of subsidized cylinders. This system has seen high adoption, with approximately 98% of online LPG bookings and around 94% of deliveries now utilizing the Delivery Authentication Code (DAC).
Push for Piped Natural Gas (PNG)
The government is actively promoting the transition to Piped Natural Gas (PNG). Consumers already using PNG are now ineligible to apply for new domestic LPG connections. Furthermore, a government directive issued in late March mandates that LPG supply will cease after three months if a household fails to switch to PNG despite its availability in their area.
Emphasizing the logistical challenges posed by the West Asia crisis, the Railway Ministry has instructed all its zones to replace LPG connections with PNG in running crew rest rooms within a six-month timeframe. The ministry highlighted that reliable and uninterrupted gas supply, as provided by PNG, is essential for these round-the-clock operational facilities and the meal services required by running staff for smooth train operations.