Domestic fuel consumers are monitoring the latest price updates for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), and Piped Natural Gas (PNG). As of September 12, 2026, the reported rates for these essential energy sources, primarily reflecting figures from September 10, show varied prices across major Indian metropolitan areas. This comes amidst ongoing concerns over global crude oil price volatility, with Brent crude recently observed at $104.6 per barrel, following a significant decline in the previous session.
Geopolitical tensions, particularly an escalation of the West Asia conflict, continue to fuel fears of supply disruptions, contributing to the uncertainty in the energy market.
Domestic Fuel Rates Across India
Below are the fuel prices as recorded on September 10, 2026, for various cities:
14.2 kg LPG Cylinder Rates
- 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 (19 kg) LPG Cylinder Rates
- Delhi: ₹2,747.50
- Bengaluru: ₹2,831
- Hyderabad: ₹2,996
- Mumbai: ₹2,701
- Chennai: ₹2,916.50
- Kolkata: ₹2,884
- Jaipur: ₹2,776
- Noida: ₹2,747.50
- Gurugram: ₹2,764.50
- Chandigarh: ₹2,769.50
CNG Prices (per kg)
- Delhi: ₹86.98
- Bengaluru: ₹97
- Hyderabad: ₹112
- Mumbai: ₹88
- Chennai: ₹97.50
- Kolkata: ₹93.50
- Jaipur: ₹97.50
- Noida: ₹95.59
- Gurugram: ₹92.01
- Chandigarh: ₹99.90
PNG Prices (per 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
Global Factors and Government Initiatives
The persistent volatility in global crude oil prices is largely attributed to an escalation of the West Asia conflict. This conflict has intensified fears of supply disruptions, contributing to the elevated and unpredictable nature of oil markets.
In response to these challenges and to mitigate subsidy expenditures, the Indian government has initiated an incentive scheme for city gas distributors. Approved from September 1, 2026, this scheme aims to boost domestic PNG connections. States and Union Territories have been urged to provide administrative support at the district level to accelerate the transition from LPG to piped gas. Concurrently, India is increasing its reliance on the United States for LPG and LNG supplies to ensure diversification amidst supply uncertainties from West Asia.
West Asia Conflict Escalation
The recent volatility in oil prices follows a critical incident where Saudi Arabia shut down a major pipeline after it was attacked by drones. This event coincided with Iran-backed Houthis reportedly capturing Perim Island, a strategically vital volcanic island situated in the Bab-al-Mandab Strait, a key shipping lane at the southern entrance to the Red Sea.
The Saudi Ministry of Energy declared the pipeline shutdown a precautionary measure, attributing the drone attack to several drones originating from Iraq. The Saudi Foreign Ministry indicated it would not immediately retaliate, offering the Iraqi government an opportunity to investigate. Meanwhile, reports suggest the US administration has offered intelligence and targeting support to Saudi Arabia, though direct military strikes against the Houthis are not planned. US officials affirm ongoing dialogue with Saudi Arabia regarding regional stability and ensuring freedom of navigation in the Red Sea.