Fuel prices across India surged on Friday after oil marketing companies implemented a ₹3 per litre hike in petrol and diesel rates amid rising global crude oil prices linked to the ongoing West Asia conflict.
In New Delhi, petrol prices climbed to ₹97.81 per litre, while diesel rose to ₹90.71 per litre. In Mumbai, petrol reached ₹106.49 and diesel stood at ₹93.01 per litre.
Meanwhile:
| Cities\Fuel | Petrol | Diesel | CNG | AutoGas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | ₹97.81 | ₹90.71 | ₹100.9 | ₹64.8 |
| Mumbai | ₹106.49 | ₹93.01 | ₹81 | ₹65.38 |
| Kolkata | ₹107.99 | ₹94.81 | ₹94 | ₹57.26 |
| Chennai | ₹103.79 | ₹95.38 | ₹91.5 | ₹58.78 |
- Kolkata recorded petrol prices at ₹107.99 and diesel at ₹94.81,
- while Chennai saw petrol at ₹103.79 and diesel at ₹95.38 per litre.
The latest increase comes as Brent crude prices remain elevated above USD 100 per barrel due to geopolitical tensions involving Iran and disruptions in global energy supply routes.
CNG prices remained unchanged in major cities:
- Delhi: ₹100.9/kg
- Mumbai: ₹81/kg
- Kolkata: ₹94/kg
- Chennai: ₹91.5/kg
However, Auto LPG prices witnessed mixed movement. Delhi Auto Gas prices increased by ₹2 to ₹64.8 per litre, while Mumbai saw a rise of ₹1.96. Chennai, meanwhile, recorded a decline of ₹1.13 per litre.
Domestic LPG cylinder prices remained unchanged across metros:
- Delhi: ₹913
- Mumbai: ₹912.5
- Kolkata: ₹939
- Chennai: ₹928.5
The sharp increase in petrol and diesel prices is expected to impact transportation costs, logistics, and retail inflation, as fuel remains a key input cost across sectors. Analysts are closely watching global crude movements and geopolitical developments for further direction in domestic fuel pricing.
