India's Shifting Energy Landscape Impacts Fuel Costs
As of August 27, 2026, consumers across India are observing the latest prices for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), and Piped Natural Gas (PNG). These rates come amidst persistent concerns over supply stability and the Indian government's ongoing efforts to diversify its energy sources and reduce dependence on imported cooking fuels.
The Centre is actively working to strengthen domestic LPG availability, expand PNG connections, and secure supplies from alternative international sources. An incentive scheme for city gas distributors, approved to boost domestic PNG connections from September 1, 2026, underscores the government's push for a transition from LPG to piped gas. States and Union Territories have been urged to provide administrative support to accelerate this shift.
Domestic LPG Cylinder Rates (14.2 kg) – August 27
- Delhi: ₹942
- Bengaluru: ₹944.50
- Hyderabad: ₹994
- Mumbai: ₹941.50
- Chennai: ₹957.50
- Kolkata: ₹968
- Jaipur: ₹945.50
- Noida: ₹939.50
- Gurugram: ₹950.50
- Chandigarh: ₹951.50
Commercial LPG Cylinder Rates (19 kg) – August 27
- Delhi: ₹2,738
- Bengaluru: ₹2,821
- Hyderabad: ₹2,985
- Mumbai: ₹2,691.50
- Chennai: ₹2,906
- Kolkata: ₹2,872.50
- Jaipur: ₹2,765.50
- Noida: ₹2,738
- Gurugram: ₹2,755
- Chandigarh: ₹2,760
CNG Prices Across Major Indian Cities – August 27
- Delhi: ₹83.09/kg
- Bengaluru: ₹97/kg
- Hyderabad: ₹109/kg
- Mumbai: ₹86/kg
- Chennai: ₹97/kg
- Kolkata: ₹99.50/kg
- Jaipur: ₹96.50/kg
- Noida: ₹91.70/kg
- Gurugram: ₹88.12/kg
- Chandigarh: ₹99.90/kg
PNG Prices in Key Urban Centers – August 27
- Delhi: ₹49.59/SCM
- Bengaluru: ₹53/SCM
- Hyderabad: ₹51/SCM
- Mumbai: ₹51.50/SCM
- Chennai: ₹50/SCM
- Kolkata: ₹50/SCM
- Jaipur: ₹49.50/SCM
- Noida: ₹49.45/SCM
- Gurugram: ₹48.40/SCM
- Chandigarh: ₹54.70/SCM
Global Supply Dynamics Influence India's Energy Sourcing
India's energy sourcing patterns are undergoing significant shifts. Maritime intelligence firm Kpler data indicates a notable pivot in LPG imports towards the United States, especially following disruptions in West Asia. In August, India imported approximately 0.62 million tonnes of LPG from the US, building on 0.89 million tonnes in July, together accounting for over 73 percent of the country's total LPG imports. This contrasts sharply with reduced imports from traditional Gulf suppliers; UAE LPG imports fell to about 140,000 tonnes in August, while Qatar supplied around 60,000 tonnes, and Saudi Arabia provided no LPG in July or August.
A similar diversification is observed in Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) sourcing. While Qatar has historically been India's largest LNG supplier, its imports dropped to zero in April, coinciding with a rise in US supplies to about 0.75 million tonnes in August from 0.72 million tonnes in July.
For crude oil, Russia remains India's largest supplier, providing almost 2 million barrels per day in August, significantly more than the UAE's 0.61 million tonnes. Venezuelan crude has also emerged as an increasingly important component of India's diversification strategy, with 383,000 barrels per day imported in August.
Overall, concerns surrounding LPG, CNG, and PNG prices remain closely tied to these complex global supply dynamics and India's proactive measures to secure its energy future by reshaping its import mix and promoting domestic alternatives.