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CNG has become more expensive once again in several Indian cities. In Delhi, the price has now crossed Rs. 80 per kg after the latest increase. For many drivers, this means spending more money every month on fuel.
Over the years, people shifted to CNG mainly because it was cheaper than petrol and diesel. Cab drivers, auto drivers, and office commuters saw it as a practical option for daily use. However, frequent price hikes are slowly narrowing the advantage.
Many vehicle owners are now worried that running costs may continue to rise if fuel prices keep increasing like this.
The latest hike has pushed Delhi’s CNG price to around Rs. 80.09 per kg. Other cities have also seen higher prices. In Mumbai, the CNG price is currently standing at Rs. 81 per kg. Similarly, Chennai and Bengaluru are at around Rs. 90 per kg. Consumers in Noida and Ghaziabad will have to pay Rs. 88.70 per kg for CNG as of May 17, 2026.
Reportedly, petrol in Delhi now costs Rs. 97.77 per litre, while diesel is priced at Rs. 90.67 per litre. Industry experts warn that prices will further rise in the coming days. For people who travel long distances every day, even a small increase matters. Cab drivers and commercial vehicle owners may feel the impact more because fuel is a major part of their monthly expenses.
Many drivers chose CNG vehicles, thinking they would save money for years. However, with prices rising again and again, some now feel the difference between petrol and CNG is slowly blurring.
The latest price hike is also starting a bigger conversation around electric vehicles. Some buyers are now thinking about EVs while planning their next car purchase. Electric vehicles cost more in the beginning, but buyers now believe that they will save money later because charging costs are lower than fuel expenses.
However, the problem lies in the fact that EVs are still not a practical option for everyone. Charging stations are not available everywhere yet. Long charging times also remain a problem for many users. Even so, rising CNG prices may slowly push more people to compare EVs more seriously than before.
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CNG became popular because it helped people spend less on fuel. It was the biggest reason many families and commercial drivers switched from petrol and diesel vehicles. Now, things are changing gradually. CNG is still cheaper than petrol in many places, but the savings are no longer as big as they once were.
For many drivers, this latest hike feels like another reminder that fuel costs are becoming harder to manage. The idea of CNG being the cheap fuel option is slowly starting to fade.
