THINK Gas Welcomes PNGRB Unified Tariff Framework

THINK Gas, one of India’s leading City Gas Distribution (CGD) companies, welcomes the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board’s (PNGRB) revised Unified Tariff (UFT) framework, calling it a timely and consumer-centric reform. Effective January 1, 2026, the new framework is expected to significantly reduce pipeline transportation costs for CNG and PNG in regions connected to the National Gas Grid, making natural gas more affordable for households and commuters.

Under the revised tariff, THINK Gas customers in Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Karnataka are expected to benefit from CNG price reductions of up to ₹2.50/kg and Domestic PNG reductions of up to ₹5/SCM. 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.

Commenting on the reform, Mr. 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.”

He added that the revised tariff will encourage wider adoption of PNG as cooking fuel, improve the cost competitiveness of CNG for transport users, and enhance the viability of CGD expansion into Tier II, Tier III, and semi-rural regions.

The reform aligns with India’s vision to increase the share of natural gas in the energy mix from 6% to 15% by 2030. By promoting cleaner fuels, it also supports improved air quality, infrastructure expansion, and a more sustainable energy ecosystem. THINK Gas believes the revised framework brings greater transparency and predictability, enabling faster infrastructure rollout and long-term consumer benefits.