Fuel prices for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), and Piped Natural Gas (PNG) saw updates across major Indian cities on May 10, 2026. While domestic LPG rates held steady, commercial cylinder prices experienced a notable increase, impacting businesses nationwide.
Commercial LPG Cylinder Prices Rise
Commercial 19-kg LPG cylinders witnessed a substantial hike of ₹993 on May 1, pushing the price in Delhi to ₹3,071.50. This increase reflects ongoing volatility in global energy markets, partly attributed to geopolitical tensions in West Asia, a critical source for India's energy imports.
Commercial 19-kg LPG Cylinder Rates (May 10):
- Delhi: ₹3,071.50
- Bengaluru: ₹3,152
- Hyderabad: ₹3,315
- Mumbai: ₹3,024
- Chennai: ₹3,237
- Kolkata: ₹3,202
Domestic LPG Prices Remain Unchanged
In contrast to commercial rates, the prices for 14.2-kg domestic LPG cylinders remained stable on May 10, providing some relief to households. The government continues to support eligible families through schemes like the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY), which has provided gas connections to over 10 crore low-income households.
Domestic 14.2-kg LPG Cylinder Rates (May 10):
- Delhi: ₹913
- Bengaluru: ₹915.50
- Hyderabad: ₹965
- Mumbai: ₹912.50
- Chennai: ₹928.50
- Kolkata: ₹939
CNG and PNG Rates Across Major Cities
As alternatives to LPG, CNG and PNG prices also saw their regular revisions. These fuels are increasingly preferred for their stability and economic benefits, particularly for transport and household cooking respectively.
CNG Prices (May 10):
- Delhi: ₹77.09 per kg
- Bengaluru: ₹90 per kg
- Hyderabad: ₹97 per kg
- Mumbai: ₹81 per kg
- Chennai: ₹91.50 per kg
- Kolkata: ₹93.50 per kg
PNG Prices (May 10):
- Delhi: ₹47.90 per SCM
- Bengaluru: ₹52 per SCM
- Hyderabad: ₹51 per SCM
- Mumbai: ₹50 per SCM
- Chennai: ₹50 per SCM
- Kolkata: ₹50 per SCM
The monitoring of LPG supplies remains critical, especially given India's reliance on West Asian countries for over 40 percent of its crude imports and 90 percent of its LPG imports. Consumers are advised to stay updated on city-wise price changes and government policy announcements to manage their fuel expenditures effectively.