In Maharashtra, VAT on CNG has been reduced from 13.5 percent to 3 percent, making CNG fuel cheaper in the state. The new CNG rates will be applicable in the state from April 1. The notification in this regard was issued on the last day of the state budget session yesterday.<br />''<br />''As per the notification issued by the Finance Department, CNG will be cheaper in the state from the 1st of April and will benefit auto-rickshaws, taxi drivers, passenger vehicles as well as citizens.<br />''<br />''<br />''<span style="color: #222222;">This decision is also important for pollution control.</span><br />