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CNG Price Hike: Delhi-NCR Commuters Face ₹3.89 Increase

By Business DeskCNG Price Hike: Delhi-NCR Commuters Face ₹3.89 Increase

Indraprastha Gas Ltd (IGL) increases CNG prices by ₹3.89/kg in Delhi-NCR from August 29, 2026, impacting daily commutes due to rising global LNG costs.

Get ready to pay a bit more at the pump, Delhi-NCR drivers, as Indraprastha Gas Ltd (IGL) has bumped up Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) prices. This new rate, effective from Saturday, August 29, 2026, will impact anyone filling up their vehicles in Delhi and its surrounding areas.

What’s Changing for Your Wallet?

The price increase is a direct response to a significant surge in imported Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) rates on the global spot market. IGL confirmed this adjustment is a necessary, calibrated revision to partially offset their rising input gas costs.

Here are the key numbers you need to know:

  • CNG price hike: ₹3.89 per kilogram
  • Effective from: 6 am on Saturday, August 29, 2026
  • Affected regions: Delhi and its surrounding areas

Why the Price Jump Now?

This surge in international LNG prices is closely linked to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. The global market dynamics directly influence the cost of fuel for Indian consumers.

For those relying on CNG for their daily commutes or business, this means a slightly higher expenditure starting this weekend. It’s a reminder of how global events can directly reach our fuel tanks.

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