THINK Gas calls the updated Unified Tariff (UFT) structure from the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) a timely and customer-focused change. The new framework is anticipated to drastically lower pipeline transportation costs for CNG and PNG in areas connected to the National Gas Grid starting on January 1, 2026, making natural gas more accessible for commuters and homes.
Customers of THINK Gas in Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Karnataka are anticipated to receive price reductions of up to ?2.50/kg for CNG and up to ?5/SCM for domestic PNG under the amended tariff.
The reform is in line with India’s goal of raising the proportion of natural gas in the country’s energy mix from 6% to 15% by 2030.
It also supports increased infrastructure, better air quality, and a more sustainable energy ecology by encouraging the use of cleaner fuels. According to THINK Gas, the updated paradigm increases predictability and transparency, facilitating a quicker implementation of infrastructure and long-term advantages for consumers.
Additionally, THINK Gas will voluntarily reduce Domestic PNG prices by up to ?4/SCM in Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, and up to ?2.77/SCM in Rajasthan, even though these states are not yet connected to the National Gas Grid.
Leadership Comments
Commenting on the reform, Abhilesh Gupta, MD & CEO, THINK Gas, said:
“We sincerely appreciate PNGRB’s progressive and forward-looking tariff reforms, which will directly benefit households and daily commuters by making CNG and PNG more affordable. This initiative reinforces PNGRB’s commitment to consumer welfare and strengthens the role of natural gas as a clean, reliable, and economical fuel. At THINK Gas, we are committed to passing on these benefits to consumers across our authorized areas.”
