Consumers across India are checking the latest prices for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), and Piped Natural Gas (PNG) as of May 11, 2026. While domestic LPG cylinder prices largely held steady, commercial LPG saw an increase in several major metropolitan areas. These price adjustments come amid ongoing global energy concerns and recent government directives aimed at optimizing domestic fuel distribution.
Latest Fuel Prices Across Major Indian Cities
The price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder in Delhi has risen to Rs 3,071.50. Domestic 14.2-kg LPG cylinder rates, however, remained unchanged on May 11. Here's a breakdown of rates:
Domestic 14.2 kg LPG Cylinder Prices (May 11):
- Delhi: ₹913
- Bengaluru: ₹915.50
- Hyderabad: ₹965
- Mumbai: ₹912.50
- Chennai: ₹928.50
- Kolkata: ₹939
Commercial 19 kg LPG Cylinder Prices (May 11):
- Delhi: ₹3,071.50
- Bengaluru: ₹3,152
- Hyderabad: ₹3,315
- Mumbai: ₹3,024
- Chennai: ₹3,237
- Kolkata: ₹3,202
CNG Prices Per Kg (May 11):
- Delhi: ₹77.09
- Bengaluru: ₹88.95
- Hyderabad: ₹97
- Mumbai: ₹81
- Chennai: ₹91.50
- Kolkata: ₹93.50
PNG Prices Per SCM (May 11):
- Delhi: ₹47.90
- Bengaluru: ₹52
- Hyderabad: ₹51
- Mumbai: ₹50
- Chennai: ₹50
- Kolkata: ₹50
Government Mandates LPG Surrender for PNG Users
In a significant policy shift, the government has intensified efforts to prevent households from simultaneously holding both a Piped Natural Gas (PNG) connection and a subsidized domestic LPG connection. An order issued in late March makes it mandatory for consumers with active PNG connections to surrender their domestic LPG connections. Furthermore, these households are now barred from applying for new domestic LPG connections.
The order specifies that LPG supply will cease after three months if a household fails to switch entirely to PNG despite its availability.
Authorities, particularly in cities like Delhi where piped gas infrastructure is well-established, indicated that homes with dual connections could be flagged. This measure aims to curb the black-marketing of subsidized LPG and ensure that limited supplies are directed to households that genuinely rely on them. Under these amended rules, maintaining both connections for the same dwelling is prohibited, urging PNG-equipped homes to transition fully to piped gas and relinquish their domestic LPG connections.
Global Context and Energy Conservation Appeals
The updated fuel prices and domestic policy changes occur against a backdrop of ongoing global energy market volatility. The crisis in West Asia, which has significantly impacted the Strait of Hormuz – a critical route for global oil supplies – continues to fuel concerns for energy-importing nations like India. US President Donald Trump recently rejected Iran's proposal to end the conflict, deeming it unacceptable, further prolonging uncertainty.
In response to these challenges, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged citizens to use fuel judiciously, consider deferring gold purchases, and postpone foreign travel for a year. These appeals are part of a broader strategy to help conserve foreign exchange reserves amidst the prevailing international circumstances.