Rising CNG rates strain Delhi's auto‑rickshaw operators and commuters

Delhi’s compressed natural gas price has risen to ₹86.98 per kilogram, up from ₹83.09, marking a ₹3.89 increase announced by the city’s primary gas distributor. Auto‑rickshaw drivers voiced concerns that the surge adds to an already heavy cost burden, noting that the price hike will be reflected in higher fares for passengers. They also warned that the rising expense could ripple through other CNG‑run vehicles, from private cars to buses, amplifying inflationary pressures on everyday travel.