If you drive a CNG vehicle or use PNG gas at home, this news will directly affect your expenses. The gas sector regulator, PNGRB, has made a major change to the natural gas transportation tariff.
The goal is to make CNG and domestic PNG cheaper and create a uniform pricing system across India. This change will come into effect in January 2026 and is expected to lower gas prices.
Additionally, companies like Mahanagar Gas (MGL), Indraprastha Gas (IGL), and GAIL will be in focus when the stock market opens today.
One Nation, One Grid, One Tariff
Earlier, gas tariffs varied depending on the distance from the source. Gas coming from far away was more expensive, while gas from nearby sources cost less. This caused different CNG and PNG prices in various cities.
To solve this, PNGRB is introducing the One Nation, One Grid, One Tariff system. The number of tariff zones has been reduced from three to two:
Zone 1: Up to 300 kilometers – ₹54 per MMBTU
Zone 2: Above 300 kilometers – ₹102.86 per MMBTU
Here’s the biggest relief: CNG and domestic PNG users will now only pay the Zone 1 tariff of ₹54 per MMBTU, no matter where the gas comes from.
Impact on Consumers:
CNG prices may drop by ₹1.25 to ₹2.50 per kg, helping daily commuters.
Domestic PNG prices may fall by ₹0.90 to ₹1.80 per SCM, easing monthly kitchen expenses.
City gas distribution companies will adjust their prices before the tariff comes into effect in January 2026.
Wider Benefits
This PNGRB decision is a major relief for the common man. Cheaper CNG and PNG will:
Reduce personal expenses
Encourage a faster shift from petrol and diesel to cleaner fuels
Benefit the environment
Ease inflation pressures through lower transportation costs
Investors will keep an eye on MGL, IGL, and GAIL, as these companies could see changes in their market performance due to this decision.
