Indraprastha Gas Limited increased the price of compressed natural gas in Delhi by ₹1 per kilogram [1], [2].
This price adjustment affects thousands of public and private transport operators who rely on CNG as a cleaner, more affordable alternative to petrol and diesel. Frequent fluctuations in fuel costs can lead to increased operational expenses for auto-rickshaws and taxis, which often results in higher fares for commuters across the capital.
The price hike brings the current rate of CNG to ₹80.09 per kilogram [1]. This move comes as the provider adjusts its pricing structure in the region [2].
While the specific reasons for this particular increase were not detailed in the announcement, the change reflects the ongoing volatility of energy costs. The ₹1 per kilogram increase is a direct addition to the previous retail rate [1].
Delhi has heavily transitioned its public transport fleet to CNG to combat urban air pollution. Because the city's transport infrastructure is so dependent on this specific fuel, even small incremental increases can have a cumulative effect on the city's logistics, and transport economy [2].
Indraprastha Gas Limited manages the distribution network that supplies the fuel to various stations across the National Capital Region [1]. The company has not issued further statements regarding potential future adjustments to the pricing schedule.
“CNG price increased by ₹1 per kilogram”
The incremental rise in CNG prices underscores the vulnerability of Delhi's green transport transition to fuel price volatility. As the city relies on CNG to reduce carbon emissions, these price hikes may pressure transport operators to seek further government subsidies or pass costs to consumers, potentially impacting the affordability of public transit.
