Consumers across India are monitoring the latest prices for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), and Piped Natural Gas (PNG). While LPG remains a dominant cooking fuel, CNG and PNG are increasingly adopted as stable and cost-effective alternatives. The latest rates, updated as of September 10, reflect ongoing volatility in global crude oil markets.
Domestic LPG Cylinder Prices (14.2 kg)
Here are the rates for a 14.2 kg domestic LPG cylinder across major Indian cities as of September 10:
- Delhi: ₹942
- Mumbai: ₹941.50
- Kolkata: ₹968
- Bengaluru: ₹944.50
- Hyderabad: ₹994
- Chennai: ₹957.50
- Jaipur: ₹945.50
- Noida: ₹939.50
- Gurugram: ₹950.50
- Chandigarh: ₹951.50
Commercial LPG Cylinder Rates (19 kg)
Commercial LPG cylinders (19 kg) saw these prices on September 10:
- Delhi: ₹2,747.50
- Mumbai: ₹2,701
- Kolkata: ₹2,884
- Bengaluru: ₹2,831
- Hyderabad: ₹2,996
- Chennai: ₹2,916.50
- Jaipur: ₹2,776
- Noida: ₹2,747.50
- Gurugram: ₹2,764.50
- Chandigarh: ₹2,769.50
CNG Prices Across Major Cities
The rates for Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) per kilogram on September 10 were:
- Delhi: ₹86.98
- Mumbai: ₹88
- Kolkata: ₹93.50
- Bengaluru: ₹97
- Hyderabad: ₹112
- Chennai: ₹97.50
- Jaipur: ₹97.50
- Noida: ₹95.59
- Gurugram: ₹92.01
- Chandigarh: ₹99.90
PNG Rates
Piped Natural Gas (PNG) prices per Standard Cubic Meter (SCM) on September 10 were recorded as:
- Delhi: ₹49.59
- Mumbai: ₹51.50
- Kolkata: ₹50
- Bengaluru: ₹53
- Hyderabad: ₹51
- Chennai: ₹50
- Jaipur: ₹49.50
- Noida: ₹49.45
- Gurugram: ₹48.40
- Chandigarh: ₹54.70
Global Oil Market Volatility Impacts Domestic Prices
The current fuel price scenario is significantly influenced by volatile global crude oil prices. Brent crude, a key international benchmark, has recently neared $108 per barrel, experiencing a significant rise in previous sessions. This escalation comes amid heightened concerns over supply disruptions due to an intensifying conflict in West Asia.
Reports indicate that the conflict's expansion has triggered fears of a prolonged war, further impacting global energy markets. China has reportedly urged Iran to help mitigate the Houthis' military advancements along the Red Sea coast and around the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, which are critical shipping lanes. US President Donald Trump commented on the situation, stating he faces a major decision regarding Iran, weighing whether to "annihilate them [the Iranian regime] or not." He also suggested Iran wants a deal but isn't ready, asserting US control over the Strait of Hormuz.
These geopolitical tensions continue to exert upward pressure on international crude oil prices, directly affecting the cost of LPG, CNG, and PNG in India.