GENERAL1 Oct 2026
PNGRB bats for level playing field across EV, CNG and LNG vehicles
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board wants a fair, level playing field for electric vehicles, compressed natural gas (CNG) and liquefied natural gas (LNG) vehicles. An official said buyer economics must stay central, and parity can come through similar taxes, subsidies and infrastructure support. That means your fuel choice may be affected by future tax and subsidy changes. Compare running costs carefully before you buy.
Key Statutory Highlights
- The Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board has called for a level playing field across electric vehicles, CNG and LNG vehicles.
- It said this parity can be achieved through suitable taxation, subsidies, infrastructure support and policy changes.
- The board linked recent CNG price increases to higher input costs and said India's immediate priority is fuel availability.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If you own or plan to buy a CNG, LNG or electric vehicle, note your current running costs and keep watching for tax and subsidy announcements before you commit. Check with your CA how any such change could affect your business running costs, and remember no new rule is final yet.
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