Over 80,400 consumers have transitioned from LPG to PNG through the MYPNGD.in portal by June 3, 2026, as part of the government’s efforts to promote cleaner fuel usage and expand the city gas distribution network. The shift from LPG to piped natural gas (PNG) is steadily increasing in both commercial and domestic sectors, with a focus on consumers in transport and domestic PNG segments.
The government ensures 100% supply for domestic PNG (D-PNG) and CNG-transport users, while gas supply to urea plants is being maintained at around 98% of their average consumption over the last six months. Additionally, supply to industrial and commercial users, including city gas distribution networks, has been boosted up to 80%.
To address concerns about LPG availability in the commercial sector, city gas distribution entities are advised to prioritize PNG connections for establishments like hotels, restaurants, and canteens across all regions. Furthermore, the government has tied extra commercial LPG allocations to initiatives promoting a shift from LPG to PNG, benefiting 22 States and Union Territories with a 10% additional allocation based on PNG expansion progress.
Efforts are underway to enhance infrastructure by expediting approvals for CGD network expansion, with a new framework introduced through the Natural Gas and Petroleum Products Distribution Order, 2026. This order, under the Essential Commodities Act, aims to streamline pipeline laying and expansion, reducing delays in land access and approvals to boost residential PNG penetration.
The National PNG Drive 2.0, which started on January 1, 2026, and was initially set to end on March 31, 2026, has been extended to June 30, 2026, to continue expanding household connections. Since March 2026, approximately 8.82 lakh PNG connections have been established, with infrastructure in place for an additional 2.98 lakh connections, totaling 11.80 lakh potential connections. Nearly 8.98 lakh customers have already signed up for new PNG connections.
