Fuel prices in India saw revisions on May 2, 2026, with commercial Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinder rates experiencing an increase across major cities. However, domestic LPG cylinder prices and Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) rates remained stable.
The periodic adjustments reflect ongoing global energy market volatility, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions in West Asia. India's significant reliance on imports—over 40 percent for crude oil and 90 percent for LPG, largely from West Asian nations like Saudi Arabia and Qatar—makes the country particularly sensitive to these international developments.
Domestic vs. Commercial LPG Prices
On Friday, May 2, the cost of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders was hiked. Despite this, households saw no change in the price of their 14.2-kg domestic LPG cylinders, a measure aimed at protecting consumers from immediate price shocks.
14.2 kg LPG Cylinder Rates (May 2, 2026)
- Delhi: ₹913
- Bengaluru: ₹915.50
- Hyderabad: ₹965
- Mumbai: ₹912.50
- Chennai: ₹928.50
- Kolkata: ₹939
19 kg Commercial LPG Cylinder Rates (May 2, 2026)
- Delhi: ₹3,071.50
- Bengaluru: ₹3,152
- Hyderabad: ₹2,321
- Mumbai: ₹3,024
- Chennai: ₹3,237
- Kolkata: ₹3,202
CNG and PNG: Emerging Alternatives
Amid fluctuating LPG rates, Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Piped Natural Gas (PNG) are increasingly being considered as more stable and economically viable alternatives for both transport and domestic use. The government continues to monitor fuel supplies and promote the adoption of these natural gas options.
CNG Prices (₹/kg) across Major Cities (May 2, 2026)
- Delhi: ₹77.09
- Bengaluru: ₹88.95
- Hyderabad: ₹97
- Mumbai: ₹81
- Chennai: ₹91.50
- Kolkata: ₹93.50
PNG Prices (₹/SCM) across Major Cities (May 2, 2026)
- Delhi: ₹47.90
- Bengaluru: ₹52
- Hyderabad: ₹51
- Mumbai: ₹50
- Chennai: ₹50
- Kolkata: ₹50
Government Support and Consumer Outlook
To alleviate the burden on low-income households, the government maintains subsidies under schemes such as the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY). This initiative has successfully provided gas connections to over 10 crore eligible families, significantly reducing their effective fuel costs.
Consumers are encouraged to stay informed about city-specific price updates and policy changes to manage their household and transportation fuel expenses effectively.