# Mumbai CNG price hiked by Rs 1.50 to Rs 91.50 per kg

2026-11-14T14:07:12+00:00 | Governance | Indian Opinion Desk

Corroboration: 2 independent outlets
Outlets counted: hindustantimes.com, indianexpress.com

Mahanagar Gas Limited (MGL) raised the price of compressed natural gas (CNG) in Mumbai and adjoining areas by Rs 1.50 per kg, effective from midnight on 14 November. The new rate of Rs 91.50 per kg takes effect on 15 November. MGL attributed the revision to a significant rise in gas procurement costs amid the ongoing Middle East crisis, reduced domestic gas allocation and greater dependence on imported regasified liquefied natural gas (RLNG). The Indian Express reports that this is the second hike in a fortnight, with prices climbing by Rs 3.50 per kg in less than two months. Hindustan Times reports that it is the eighth increase in 2026, taking the price from Rs 80.50 per kg in January to Rs 91.50, a cumulative rise of Rs 11 per kg. The hike affects around 12.93 lakh CNG-run vehicles in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). Auto unions have criticised the increase, with the Mumbai Rickshawmen's Union pointing to a Rs 5.75 gap between MGL's price and that of government-owned Gujarat Energy, which charges Rs 85.75 per kg.

## Indian Opinion Analysis

Both outlets report MGL's statement attributing the hike to the Middle East crisis, reduced domestic gas and higher imported gas costs. The Indian Express leads with the rise in procurement costs and includes a detailed price timeline from September, plus a union's criticism comparing MGL's price with Gujarat Energy's lower rate. Hindustan Times frames the hike as the eighth in 2026, emphasising the cumulative Rs 11 per kg increase since January and the mounting pressure on the supply chain. Neither outlet adopts a critical stance toward the government, both report the company's rationale neutrally. The Indian Express gives more space to consumer impact through the union's quote, while Hindustan Times focuses on the frequency and scale of annual increases. The analysis is based on the sources provided.

## Coverage

Coverage: 2 sources, 2 neutral
- indianexpress.com (neutral report) <https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/mumbai/mumbai-cng-price-hike-mgl-rs-91-50-per-kg-november-15-10963167/>
  Reports company rationale and includes union criticism without editorialising
- hindustantimes.com (neutral report) <https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/mumbai-news/cng-in-mumbai-mmr-adjoining-areas-to-cost-91-50-per-kg-after-eighth-price-hike-this-year-101794660216159.html>
  Focuses on cumulative eight hikes this year and supply chain pressure

This brief was synthesised by AI from the 2 sources linked above, so one read covers every framing they carry.

Tags: CNG, Mahanagar Gas Limited, Middle East crisis, Mumbai, Mumbai Metropolitan Region
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