CNG Price Hike Today, May 23: Delhi-NCR Rates up 3rd Time in 10 Days; Check Latest Rate
CNG prices in Delhi-NCR hiked by INR 1 per kg on May 23 - the third increase in 10 days. Delhi CNG now at INR 81.09/kg, Noida and Ghaziabad at INR 89.70/kg. Check full city-wise rates here.
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New Delhi, May 23: Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) prices in Delhi-NCR have been revised upward for the third time in just 10 days, with rates going up by INR 1 per kg effective May 23. The latest hike follows two earlier increases - INR 2 per kg on May 15 and INR 1 per kg on May 18 - taking the cumulative increase to INR 4 per kg in under two weeks.
The revisions are being driven by the elevated cost of energy globally amid the ongoing Middle East conflict, with state-owned oil companies passing on the burden to consumers in a phased manner.
What CNG Costs in Your City Now
| City | CNG Price (INR/kg) | Hike |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 81.09 | +1.00 |
| Noida | 89.70 | +1.00 |
| Ghaziabad | 89.70 | +1.00 |
| Gurugram | 86.12 | +1.00 |
| Greater Noida | 89.70 | +1.00 |
| Ajmer | 90.44 | +1.00 |
A Look at the Hike Timeline
The current round of CNG price revisions began on May 15 with a sharp INR 2 per kg increase - the first upward revision after a period of stable rates. A second hike of INR 1 per kg followed on May 18. Saturday's increase of INR 1 per kg brings the total revision to INR 4 per kg in 10 days - a significant jump for auto-rickshaw drivers, cab operators, and households dependent on piped natural gas.
Why Are CNG Prices Rising?
The price hikes are a direct result of rising international energy costs linked to the ongoing Middle East conflict. India imports a significant portion of its energy needs, making domestic fuel prices sensitive to global supply disruptions. State-owned oil marketing companies have opted for a calibrated approach - spreading the burden across multiple smaller revisions rather than a single large increase.
Impact on Commuters and Auto Operators
For the lakhs of CNG-powered vehicles plying Delhi-NCR roads - including autos, taxis, and private cars - the INR 4 per kg cumulative hike translates into a meaningful rise in monthly fuel costs. A vehicle consuming 3 kg of CNG per day now pays approximately INR 360 more per month compared to pre-May 15 rates.
Fleet operators and app-based cab aggregators are expected to factor in the revised rates, and fare adjustments on some platforms may follow in the coming days.
What Next?
With the Middle East situation still unresolved, further CNG price revisions cannot be ruled out in the near term. Consumers are advised to monitor official updates from their respective city gas distribution companies for any future changes.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on May 23, 2026 08:17 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
