Petrol and diesel prices were increased once again on Monday, marking the fourth revision in fuel rates within 10 days. The latest price hike comes amid sustained pressure from rising global crude oil prices and ongoing tensions in West Asia.
Diesel prices increased by Rs 2.71 per litre and petrol by Rs 2.61 per litre. Notably, diesel in Delhi increased to Rs 95.20 per litre, and petrol increased to Rs 102.12.
City-wise new rates
RSP (Retail Selling Price) of four Metro cities for May 25 (Monday) are:
Petrol prices
| City | New price (per litre) | Price hike |
| Delhi | Rs 102.12 | +2.61 |
| Kolkata | Rs 113.51 | +2.87 |
| Mumbai | Rs 111.21 | +2.72 |
| Chennai | Rs 107.77 | +2.46 |
High Speed Diesel prices
| City | New price (per litre) | Price hike |
| Delhi | Rs 95.20 | +2.71 |
| Kolkata | Rs 99.82 | +2.80 |
| Mumbai | Rs 97.83 | +2.81 |
| Chennai | Rs 99.55 | +2.57 |
Previous price hikes
The latest revision comes after three successive hikes in recent days. On May 15, petrol and diesel prices were increased by Rs 3 per litre each.
This was followed by another increase on May 19, when fuel prices were raised by 90 paise per litre.
On May 23, petrol prices rose by 87 paise per litre, while diesel prices were increased by 91 paise per litre, making the current revision the fourth hike in less than two weeks.
CNG price today
Meanwhile, Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) prices in Delhi were also increased earlier on Saturday by Rs 1 per kg, marking the third hike in just 10 days.
Following the latest revision, CNG now reportedly costs Rs 81.09 per kg in the national capital, further adding to the financial burden on daily commuters and transport operators.
According to ANI, reacting to the repeated hikes, a buyer said, “We are very upset. They are not even giving diesel in many places. This should be discussed. Taxi drivers will face more problems. The rate of diesel should be decreased.”
Another buyer stated, “It is fine. The government should do whatever is required to save the country. It is because of the Israel war.”
A third commuter added, “It is tough for the common man. This impacts everything. We will see what the government can do regarding this.”
No fuel shortage in country: Former BPCL Marketing Director
Earlier on Sunday, Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) Former Marketing Director Sukhmal Kumar Jain said there is no shortage of petrol or diesel in the country, adding that public sector oil marketing companies are fully managing fuel consumption and supply.
Speaking to IANS, Jain said that public sector oil marketing companies (OMCs) operate around 85,000 retail outlets out of the nearly one lakh fuel stations across the country, ensuring steady fuel availability.
West Asia tensions
The repeated fuel price hikes come amid pressure on oil marketing companies due to elevated global crude oil prices, fluctuations in currency exchange rates and concerns over supply disruptions linked to the tensions in West Asia.
A major concern remains the instability in the region and its impact on global oil supply routes, particularly the Strait of Hormuz, a key maritime chokepoint through which a substantial share of global crude oil shipments pass. .
Bureau Report
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