And Mumbai residents are now seeing a further increase in fuel and household energy cost with Mahanagar Gas Limited (MGL) raising the prices of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and domestic Piped Natural Gas (PNG) across Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR).
CNG is costlier by ₹2 per kg from September 1, 2026 and the new price is ₹88 per kg in and around Mumbai. Meanwhile, domestic PNG prices have increased by ₹1 per standard cubic metre (SCM) and the new rate is ₹53 per SCM.
The new rates went into effect after midnight on August 31. The increase is expected to affect motorists, auto-rickshaw and taxi operators, commercial vehicle users and households that depend on piped gas for cooking.
Why Has MGL Increased CNG and PNG Prices
MGL has said the latest revision is due to rising input gas costs due to the current crisis in West Asia.
The geopolitical situation has driven up natural gas prices linked to international indices, which is increasing the cost of gas procurement.
Also, the company has highlighted a strong demand for CNG. Most of the gas used for the CNG segment is imported spot regasified liquefied natural gas (RLNG).
Higher international gas prices and increased reliance on imported supplies have therefore elevated MGL's total input costs.
What Does the CNG Hike Mean for Mumbai Drivers
The ₹2 per kg increase could add to the monthly fuel bills of people who regularly use CNG-powered cars, taxis, auto-rickshaws and commercial vehicles.
The impact will be more noticeable for drivers who travel long distances every day.
The timing of the increase is also significant as revised auto-rickshaw and taxi fares across MMR have come into effect from September 1.
This combination could put more pressure on the commuting expenses of Mumbai residents.
PNG Users Will Also Pay More
Households using PNG for cooking will also see the impact of the price revision in their upcoming gas bills. The ₹1 per SCM increase means the final impact depends on how much gas each household consumes.
It is important to distinguish this increase from petrol and diesel prices. Petrol and diesel have not received a fresh hike on September 1 and the prices are still unchanged after earlier revisions.
What Mumbai Consumers Should Know
The latest MGL decision highlights how changes in international energy markets can impact household and transportation costs in India.
For Mumbai consumers, the immediate change is clear: CNG is now ₹88 per kg and domestic PNG is ₹53 per SCM while petrol and diesel remain unchanged.
With fuel and gas prices closely linked to global energy conditions, consumers will be watching for more changes in fuel and gas prices in the coming weeks.
