New Delhi: Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) prices were increased once again on May 17, marking the second hike in just two days and adding fresh pressure on daily commuters and public transport operators across the Delhi-NCR region.

The latest revision has pushed CNG prices in Delhi to Rs 80.09 per kg, while rates in Noida and Ghaziabad have risen to Rs 88.70 per kg. The increase comes after a previous hike of Rs 2 per kg on May 15, indicating a sharp upward trend in fuel costs within a short span.

Second hike in two days raises concerns

This is the second consecutive revision in CNG prices, following a similar upward adjustment earlier in the week.

With the latest Rs 1 per kg increase, fuel distributors have now raised prices twice in rapid succession, triggering concern among commuters who rely heavily on CNG-powered vehicles such as buses, taxis and autorickshaws.

Transport operators are expected to feel the immediate impact, as fuel forms a major portion of their daily operating costs.

Delhi-NCR sees sharp rise in fuel burden

In Delhi, CNG now costs Rs 80.09 per kg, while in Noida and Ghaziabad it has climbed to Rs 88.70 per kg.

The latest revision adds to the broader increase in fuel prices across India, including petrol and diesel, which were also revised upwards recently by oil marketing companies.

Petrol and diesel prices had earlier been increased by Rs 3 per litre, further intensifying household transportation expenses.

Rising crude prices behind fuel hikes

Officials and market observers attribute the continuous increase in fuel prices to rising global crude oil rates and supply disruptions.

International crude oil prices have remained volatile in recent weeks, influenced by geopolitical tensions and uncertainties in global energy markets.

The ongoing pressure on supply chains has forced oil marketing companies to pass on higher costs to consumers.

Impact on public transport and daily commuters

The repeated hike in CNG prices is expected to have a direct impact on public transport fares in major cities.

A large share of Delhi-NCR’s buses, taxis and autorickshaws operate on CNG, making the fuel price movement particularly significant for daily commuters.

Transport unions may consider revising fares if fuel costs continue to rise in the coming days.

Broader fuel inflation trend continues

The latest CNG revision is part of a wider trend of increasing fuel prices across India.

Petrol now costs Rs 97.77 per litre in Delhi, while diesel is priced at Rs 90.67 per litre following recent hikes.

Similar increases have been recorded in other metro cities, reflecting a nationwide pattern of fuel inflation driven by global market conditions.

For now, consumers continue to bear the brunt of rising energy costs as global and domestic pressures push fuel prices upward.