“No Relief”: SNGPL & SSGC Reveal New Gas Prices in Pakistan: Check Out Details!
The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has officially rejected claims circulating on social media about an 8% decrease in gas tariffs. Instead, the authority has confirmed that gas prices have actually been increased by 7.14% for the fiscal year 2025-26, placing an additional financial burden on consumers already struggling with inflation.
Revised Gas Prices for SNGPL and SSGC
The revised gas prices for FY 2025–2026 have been released by the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), confirming a 7.14% rise.
SNGPL New Gas Price per MMBTU
- For FY 2025–2026, OGRA has fixed the new gas price for Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) at Rs 1,850 per MMBTU.
- Millions of residential and business customers linked to SNGPL’s network throughout Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa will be directly impacted by this revised pricing.
SSGC New Gas Price per MMBTU
- The new rate for Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGCL) is set at Rs 1,777.2 per MMBTU.
- This represents the 7.14% average increase that OGRA has authorized and is applicable to customers in Sindh and Balochistan.
Latest Gas Supply Timings for Winter 2025 in Pakistan
Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik chaired an important meeting regarding winter gas load management to ensure better supply during the cold season. The minister highlighted that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has instructed authorities to prioritize smooth and uninterrupted gas delivery to the public.
Gas Availability Update
During the meeting, Managing Directors of both SNGPL and SSGC provided a detailed briefing on current gas availability. They assured that the supply situation this winter is significantly better than last year.
Improved Domestic Gas Supply Schedule
The SNGPL Managing Director shared the updated winter gas timings:
- Continuous supply: 5:00 am to 10:00 pm
- Additional availability during meal times (morning, afternoon, night)
This improved schedule aims to reduce public inconvenience and ensure households have reliable access to gas during essential hours.
Government’s Focus on Public Relief
The Petroleum Minister emphasized that the enhancement in winter gas supply is part of the government’s broader effort to provide maximum comfort to the public. The meeting also reviewed the rollout of RLNG connections to further improve future availability.
Conclusion
Despite rumors of a price cut, OGRA has confirmed a 7.14% gas tariff increase for the upcoming fiscal year. While this hike will impact household budgets, the government assures that improved winter gas timings and better management will offer some relief. With upgraded supply schedules and a focus on public convenience, authorities aim to balance affordability and uninterrupted access to gas across Pakistan.