CNG Prices Rise Again Across India, But Mumbai Gets Relief as MGL Keeps Rates Unchanged at ₹84/kg

Mumbai’s CNG consumers have received a temporary breather as Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) prices in the city remain unchanged despite another fuel price hike announced in Delhi and NCR on Tuesday.

While Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) increased CNG prices in Delhi by ₹2 per kilogram, Mahanagar Gas Limited (MGL) has not announced any fresh revision for Mumbai and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR).

As a result, CNG prices in Mumbai continue to remain at ₹84 per kg, offering short-term relief to lakhs of auto-rickshaw drivers, taxi operators and daily commuters already dealing with rising transportation costs and inflation.

Delhi Sees Fresh Hike as Fuel Prices Continue Rising

The latest revision by IGL has pushed Delhi’s CNG price to ₹83.09 per kg from May 26.

The hike marks yet another increase in fuel prices amid continued volatility in global energy markets and rising pressure on domestic fuel retailers.

In contrast, Mumbai has so far avoided another immediate revision after MGL had already increased CNG prices earlier this month.

The current Mumbai rate of ₹84 per kg came into effect following the ₹2-per-kg hike announced by MGL on May 14.

Mumbai Auto-Rickshaw Unions Continue Demand for Fare Revision

Although Mumbai has escaped another hike for now, the earlier increase has already intensified demands from auto-rickshaw unions seeking a fare revision.

Auto unions have argued that continuously rising fuel prices and inflation are increasing operational expenses for drivers across the city.

Representatives from Mumbai’s auto-rickshaw unions recently met transport department officials and submitted revised fare calculations based on recommendations made by the B Khatua Committee.

At present, Mumbai’s minimum auto-rickshaw fare stands at ₹26, while passengers are charged ₹17.14 per kilometre after the base fare.

According to calculations submitted by the unions, the revised fare should increase to ₹18.17 per kilometre to compensate for higher running costs.

Rising Fuel Costs Increasing Pressure on Drivers

Union leaders stated that the burden of rising CNG rates is directly impacting the daily earnings of auto-rickshaw drivers.

Mumbai Rickshawmen’s Union General Secretary Thampi Kurien had earlier said that increasing fuel expenses, inflation and higher Consumer Price Index (CPI) levels have significantly raised operational costs for drivers.

Transport operators are also concerned about the broader impact of rising fuel prices on household budgets and commuting expenses across Mumbai.

Fuel Price Pressure Continues Across India

The latest CNG developments come at a time when petrol and diesel prices have also witnessed repeated hikes across several Indian cities over the past two weeks.

Rising global crude oil and gas prices, coupled with geopolitical tensions affecting energy supply chains, have increased concerns over transportation costs and inflationary pressure nationwide.

Mumbai commuters and transport operators are therefore closely monitoring future fuel price trends despite the temporary relief announced today.

Mumbai Gets Temporary Relief Amid Fuel Cost Concerns

For now, Mumbai remains protected from another immediate CNG price increase, providing some stability for public transport operators and daily commuters.

However, with fuel prices continuing to fluctuate globally, transport unions and consumers remain cautious about possible future revisions in the coming weeks.

The unchanged ₹84-per-kg rate has therefore brought short-term relief, even as concerns over rising fuel expenses and transportation costs continue to dominate discussions across the city.