Petrol Diesel Price – Fuel prices in India change every single day, and if you drive a car or ride a bike, you know how important it is to stay updated with the latest petrol and diesel rates. On Saturday, April 26, the oil marketing companies released the new fuel prices for different cities across the country. If you’re wondering how much it costs to fill up your tank today, here’s a quick look at the latest rates.
Why Fuel Prices Fluctuate Daily?
Petrol and diesel rates don’t stay the same because they depend on a lot of factors:
- Global crude oil prices (which change almost every day)
- Currency exchange rates (USD to INR)
- Taxes imposed by the central and state governments
- Dealer commission
All these factors together decide how much you’ll be paying per litre at your nearest petrol pump.
Here Are the Latest Petrol and Diesel Prices in Major Cities
Let’s take a quick tour across India’s major cities and see how much a litre of petrol and diesel costs today:
- Delhi: Petrol is priced at ₹94.77 per litre, while diesel is at ₹87.67 per litre.
- Mumbai: The financial capital has petrol priced at ₹103.50 per litre and diesel at ₹90.02 per litre.
- Kolkata: In the eastern city, petrol costs ₹105.01 per litre and diesel is priced at ₹91.82 per litre.
- Chennai: Petrol is available at ₹100.85 per litre, and diesel costs ₹90.44 per litre.
What About Other Cities?
Not just the metros, but here’s how fuel prices look in other key cities:
- Chandigarh: Petrol at ₹94.30 and diesel at ₹82.45 per litre.
- Jaipur: Petrol stands at ₹104.72, while diesel is at ₹90.21 per litre.
- Patna: Petrol prices are high at ₹106.11 per litre, and diesel is ₹92.92 per litre.
- Gurugram & Noida: Petrol is around ₹95.25 in Gurugram, while Noida matches Delhi’s price at ₹94.77 per litre.
- Ghaziabad: Petrol costs ₹94.70, while diesel is ₹87.81 per litre.
- Hyderabad & Bengaluru: Hyderabad has some of the highest rates, with petrol at ₹107.46 and Bengaluru close behind with petrol at ₹102.92 per litre.
How Can You Check Fuel Prices in Your City Instantly?
If you don’t want to search online for petrol-diesel rates every day, there’s a simple way to check:
- Indian Oil (IOCL) Customers: Type
RSP <Your City Code>and send it via SMS to 9224992249. - Bharat Petroleum (BPCL) Customers: Type
RSPand send it to 9223112222.
You’ll get an instant message with the latest fuel prices for your city.
Why Are Fuel Prices High Even When Crude Oil Drops?
Many people wonder why petrol and diesel prices in India stay high even when crude oil prices go down in the global market. The simple answer is taxes. Central and state governments impose hefty taxes on fuel, which make up a large chunk of the price you pay per litre. Even if crude oil becomes cheaper, the tax portion keeps the final price relatively high.
Fuel prices might not see a massive dip anytime soon, but staying updated helps you manage your travel costs better. If you’re someone who drives daily, it’s always a smart move to keep an eye on petrol and diesel rates to plan your budget.
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