Think Gas Eyes 30,000 Households, Slashes PNG & CNG Prices

CGD Network Expansion

Think Gas is targeting the connection of over 30,000 households to its city gas distribution (CGD) network across 10 states. The initiative is part of the Petroleum & Natural Gas Regulatory Board's (PNGRB) National Drive 2.0, aimed at deepening the reach of natural gas infrastructure and accelerating adoption.

Expansion Targets

Under the National Drive 2.0 campaign, scheduled from January to March 2026, Think Gas aims to significantly expand its footprint. This drive supports the PNGRB's vision of "One Nation, One Grid, One Tariff" by extending PNG access and boosting CNG utilization nationwide. The company, a merged entity of AG&P Pratham and Think Gas, holds 19 CGD licenses and will develop infrastructure across 49 districts in states including Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu.

Consumer Benefits

The expansion is coupled with substantial price cuts for consumers. Domestic PNG prices have been reduced by up to ₹5 per standard cubic meter (SCM), while CNG prices have seen a reduction of up to ₹2.50 per kilogram in select areas. These cuts are being implemented across its operating geographical areas, benefiting end-users directly. Even in states not yet connected to the National Gas Grid and not fully benefiting from current tariff reforms, Think Gas has reduced domestic PNG prices by up to ₹4 per SCM in Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, and by up to ₹2.77 per SCM in Rajasthan.

Regulatory Framework

PNGRB Chairman Anil Kumar Jain highlighted that the National Drive 2.0 is a focused effort to expand CGD networks. He noted that landmark tariff reforms, including a preferential tariff system for domestic PNG and CNG segments, are enhancing affordability and transparency. Jain also pointed to Think Gas's significant investment of over ₹510 crore in the Barmer-Jodhpur-Jaisalmer area and its use of LCNG-based hybrid models to ensure uninterrupted supply, even without pipeline connectivity.

Commitment to Gas-Based Economy

Amitava Sengupta, Chairman of Think Gas, emphasized that the drive follows recent tariff reforms and aims to leverage customer engagement to scale adoption. This effort aligns with India's broader transition towards a gas-based economy, seeking to make clean, reliable, and economical energy more accessible. The positive response to last year's National Drive indicated the effectiveness of focused outreach in increasing CNG adoption.