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Mumbai CNG Price Raised by ₹2 per kg, Domestic PNG by ₹1 per SCM from September 1

Mahanagar Gas Limited (MGL) has increased CNG prices by ₹2 per kg and domestic PNG by ₹1 per SCM in Mumbai, effective September 1. The company attributes the hike to rising input gas costs linked to the Middle East crisis and higher spot RLNG prices.

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Price Revision Announced

Mahanagar Gas Limited (MGL) has revised the prices of compressed natural gas (CNG) and domestic piped natural gas (DPNG) in Mumbai, effective from September 1. The CNG price has been increased by ₹2 per kg, bringing it to ₹88 per kg, while domestic PNG has become costlier by ₹1 per standard cubic metre (SCM), with the revised rate set at ₹53 per SCM.

The new rates apply across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) and came into effect from midnight of August 31, 2026, or the morning of September 1, as stated by MGL.

Reasons Behind the Hike

MGL attributed the price increase to a sharp rise in input gas costs, which it linked to the ongoing crisis in the Middle East. In a statement, the company said, "In view of the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, which has resulted in a significant increase in input gas prices linked to international indices, MGL has announced a revision in the prices of CNG."

According to MGL, the rise in input gas prices has "significantly impacted the overall cost of gas supplied by the company." The company also noted that a major portion of the gas used for the CNG segment is met through imported spot regasified liquefied natural gas (RLNG), which has become more expensive. MGL stated that it now has to source gas at higher spot RLNG prices to meet increased CNG demand, pushing up its overall input expenses.

Impact on Supply and Affordability

MGL said the revised rates are aimed at partly offsetting the higher input gas cost. The company stated that the move would help ensure the continued and sustained supply of CNG to customers. MGL added that it remains committed to providing affordable and environmentally friendly fuel, and it said it would continue exploring ways to optimise costs and promote the wider use of natural gas as a cleaner fuel.

The price hike is likely to affect lakhs of CNG vehicle owners in Mumbai and surrounding areas, as reported by NewsX. However, MGL emphasised that the adjustment was necessary to maintain uninterrupted supply to consumers.

How each outlet told it

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The Indian Express

Framing: The headline focuses on the price increase amounts and the region

as of Sep 1, 2026, 3:18 AM UTC

Facts Included:

CNG price hiked by Rs 2 per kg
PNG price hiked by Re 1 per SCM
New prices: CNG Rs 88 per kg, PNG Rs 53 per SCM
Price hike effective from September 1
Hike applies in Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR)
Price increase attributed to rising input costs
Mahanagar Gas Limited (MGL) announced the hike
MGL cites ongoing West Asia crisis
MGL says a larger portion of rising demand met through spot RLNG
MGL says increased spot RLNG costs pushed up overall input expenses

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NewsX

Framing: The headline emphasizes consumer impact: CNG and domestic PNG get costlier from September 1, with a note to check new prices.

as of Sep 1, 2026, 4:17 AM UTC

Facts Included:

MGL increased CNG and domestic PNG prices in Mumbai from September 1
CNG price increased to ₹88 per kg
Domestic PNG increased by ₹1 per SCM
Increase effective from midnight of August 31, 2026, or the morning of September 1
MGL cited significant increase in input gas prices linked to international indices
MGL attributed rise to ongoing crisis in the Middle East
Demand for CNG remains significant, with major portion met through imported Spot RLNG
Revised rates aimed at partly offsetting higher input gas cost
MGL said rise in input gas prices significantly impacted overall cost of gas supplied
MGL said move would help ensure continued and sustained supply of CNG to customers

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Claim	Confidence	Status
ClaimMahanagar Gas Limited (MGL) increased CNG and domestic PNG prices in Mumbai from September 1.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (3 outlets · 2 distinct) via NewsX as of Sep 1, 2026, 4:17 AM UTC, Free Press Journal as of Aug 31, 2026, 6:45 PM UTC, The Indian Express as of Sep 1, 2026, 3:18 AM UTC
ClaimCNG price increased to ₹88 per kg.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusContested via NewsX as of Sep 1, 2026, 4:17 AM UTC, Free Press Journal as of Aug 31, 2026, 6:45 PM UTC, The Indian Express as of Sep 1, 2026, 3:18 AM UTC
ClaimCNG price increased by Rs 2 per kg.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusContested via The Indian Express as of Sep 1, 2026, 3:18 AM UTC, Free Press Journal as of Aug 31, 2026, 6:45 PM UTC
ClaimDomestic PNG price increased by Rs 1 per SCM.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via The Indian Express as of Sep 1, 2026, 3:18 AM UTC, Free Press Journal as of Aug 31, 2026, 6:45 PM UTC
ClaimThe revised prices come into effect from midnight of August 31, 2026, or the morning of September 1.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (3 outlets · 2 distinct) via NewsX as of Sep 1, 2026, 4:17 AM UTC, Free Press Journal as of Aug 31, 2026, 6:45 PM UTC, The Indian Express as of Sep 1, 2026, 3:18 AM UTC
ClaimMGL attributed the price hike to a sharp rise in input gas costs linked to international indices amid the ongoing Middle East crisis.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (3 outlets · 2 distinct) via NewsX as of Sep 1, 2026, 4:17 AM UTC, Free Press Journal as of Aug 31, 2026, 6:45 PM UTC, The Indian Express as of Sep 1, 2026, 3:18 AM UTC
ClaimMGL said a major portion of its CNG requirement is met through imported spot RLNG, which has become more expensive.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusMulti-source (3 outlets · 2 distinct) via NewsX as of Sep 1, 2026, 4:17 AM UTC, Free Press Journal as of Aug 31, 2026, 6:45 PM UTC, The Indian Express as of Sep 1, 2026, 3:18 AM UTC
ClaimMGL said the price revision was aimed at partially offsetting the increase in procurement costs while ensuring an uninterrupted and sustained supply of CNG to consumers.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via Free Press Journal as of Aug 31, 2026, 6:45 PM UTC, NewsX as of Sep 1, 2026, 4:17 AM UTC
ClaimMGL said it would continue exploring ways to optimise costs and promote the wider use of natural gas as a cleaner fuel.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via NewsX as of Sep 1, 2026, 4:17 AM UTC, Free Press Journal as of Aug 31, 2026, 6:45 PM UTC
ClaimThe hike is likely to affect lakhs of CNG vehicle owners in Mumbai and surrounding areas.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via Free Press Journal as of Aug 31, 2026, 6:45 PM UTC

Transparency & Audit Trail

2 distinct · 2 mastheads · 2 articles consulted: The Indian Express, NewsX 10 claims extracted Version 1 Written 2026-09-01