India is currently facing an LPG shortage due to disruptions in global supply chains triggered by the US-Israel-Iran conflict.
Notably, India has faced supply issues in LPG because of the ongoing war in West Asia.
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Is PNG cheaper than LPG? Check city-wise price breakdown
PNG vs LPG price comparison in India shows piped natural gas is 10–20% cheaper than LPG cylinders across major cities, making it a cost-effective and convenient choice for urban households.
By Abhijeet Sen | Updated: March 29, 2026 3:12 PM IST
This situation has pushed households to consider alternatives like piped natural gas (PNG) for cooking.
The government is also promoting PNG instead of LPG due to the supply constraints.
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Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) is commonly supplied in cylinders for domestic use. The most widely used LPG cylinder size in India is 14.2 kg.
The most widely used LPG cylinder size in India is 14.2 kg.
Prices of LPG can increase further during supply shortages or disruptions.
Piped Natural Gas (PNG) is supplied directly to homes through pipelines.
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Piped Natural Gas (PNG) is supplied directly to homes through pipelines.
Piped Natural Gas (PNG) is used for cooking and, in some areas, also for heating purposes.
The average price of PNG in Indian cities ranges from ₹50 to ₹60 per standard cubic metre.
In Delhi, LPG costs around ₹853–₹913 per 14.2 kg cylinder (~₹60–₹64/kg), while PNG is about ₹50–₹60 per SCM (~₹62–₹75/kg).
As a result, LPG and PNG prices are quite similar per kilogram, but PNG can be slightly more stable and cost-effective over time due to lower additional costs.
In Noida and Gurugram, LPG prices are similar to Delhi, while PNG is slightly cheaper at around ₹46–₹55 per SCM.