Fuel consumers across major Indian cities are facing updated prices for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), and Piped Natural Gas (PNG) as of August 23, 2026. These adjustments come amid continued concerns over global supply chains, particularly following disruptions around the West Asia region and the Strait of Hormuz, which have prompted India to accelerate efforts to secure its energy needs.
Latest LPG Cylinder Prices (14.2 kg)
- 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 Prices (19 kg)
- 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 per Kilogram
- Delhi: ₹83.09
- Bengaluru: ₹97
- Hyderabad: ₹109
- Mumbai: ₹86
- Chennai: ₹97
- Kolkata: ₹99.50
- Jaipur: ₹96.50
- Noida: ₹91.70
- Gurugram: ₹88.12
- Chandigarh: ₹99.90
PNG Prices per Standard Cubic Metre (SCM)
- Delhi: ₹49.59
- Bengaluru: ₹53
- Hyderabad: ₹51
- Mumbai: ₹51.50
- Chennai: ₹50
- Kolkata: ₹50
- Jaipur: ₹49.50
- Noida: ₹49.45
- Gurugram: ₹48.40
- Chandigarh: ₹54.70
The uncertainty in global energy markets has pushed India to diversify its supply chains, seeking imports from alternative sources and strengthening domestic availability of cooking gas. This comes as LPG consumption in India decreased by over 16% year-on-year last month, totaling 2.35 million tonnes. State-run fuel retailers are currently incurring a revenue loss of approximately ₹188 per LPG cylinder in August, as domestic cooking gas continues to be sold below cost.
Government Initiatives to Boost Supply and Access
To reduce dependence on imported cooking gas and expand access, the Indian government has initiated several key measures:
- Diversifying Imports: Indian Oil Corporation, Bharat Petroleum Corporation, and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation have been directed to source at least 15% of India’s LPG imports for 2027 through US term contracts, with plans to increase this share up to 25%.
- Boosting Domestic Production: An order issued on August 13 by the Petroleum and Natural Gas Ministry fixed maximum LPG production levels for 21 refineries and upstream companies. This aims to achieve a combined production potential of 63,810 tonnes per day, more than doubling the domestic LPG output from the financial year ended March 31, 2026, and covering approximately 70% of the country’s daily consumption.
- Expanding PNG Connections: An incentive scheme for city gas distributors has been approved to increase domestic connections for piped cooking gas, set to commence on September 1, 2026. This move seeks to encourage a shift towards PNG, especially as shortages have led some households and industries to use more polluting fuels.
These strategic steps underscore India's commitment to enhancing its energy security and stabilizing fuel prices for consumers nationwide.