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Mumbai CNG Shortage Drags Into Third Day as MGL Targets Noon Restoration After Pipeline Damage

Third-party damage to a GAIL pipeline choked supply to MGL’s Wadala gateway, crippling refuelling for taxis and autos.

Overview

  • MGL reported about 225 of 389 CNG stations operating, with long queues continuing across Mumbai, Thane and Navi Mumbai on Tuesday morning.
  • Rectification work at the RCF Trombay site is in progress and full restoration is expected around Tuesday noon, according to MGL.
  • Ride availability fell sharply and aggregator fares surged, with commuters flagging shortages at the airport and prolonged waits citywide.
  • Driver unions said two days of income were lost and sought compensation, urging government intervention with MGL.
  • GAIL estimated repairs at 24–30 hours with a temporary 1.5–2 mmscmd volume loss, while domestic PNG supply remained uninterrupted.