Petrol Price Hiked by Rs4.42, Diesel by Rs6.10 Per Litre
Diesel also rises by Rs6.10 per litre under fresh government notification
Pakistan – (Staff Reporter/Web Desk) – Petrol price hiked by Rs4.42 per litre, bringing fresh pressure on households and commuters across the country. The federal government announced the change on Monday, and the new rates came into effect from September 15.
Petrol will now cost Rs380.24 per litre. This is up from the earlier price of Rs375.82. Even though the increase looks small on paper, it adds up quickly for people who fill their tanks every week.
Diesel took a bigger hit this time. Its price went up by Rs6.10 per litre, taking the new rate to Rs409.42. Just days ago, diesel was selling at Rs403.32 per litre.
This matters a lot for everyday life. Diesel is the fuel that keeps trucks, buses, and heavy transport moving. When diesel gets costlier, the cost of moving goods rises too. That often means higher prices for food, fruits, vegetables, and other daily items.
The Petroleum Division shared the details through an official notification. According to the notification, the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority worked out the new ex-depot prices. These prices were set under the government’s existing fuel pricing formula.
Officials said the hike was not a random decision. They pointed to changes happening in the global oil market. Shifts in Platts rates played a big role. Platts is an international benchmark used to track oil prices around the world.
Along with that, rising premiums and other extra costs also pushed the prices upward. These costs are tied to how fuel is imported, shipped, and stored before it reaches local pumps.
For many families, this news adds to an already tight budget. Motorbike riders, car owners, and small business drivers will feel the pinch first. Public transport fares may also see pressure in the coming days, though no official announcement on fares has been made yet.
Fuel prices in Pakistan are reviewed every two weeks. This system allows the government to adjust rates based on international oil trends. It means people should expect further changes, up or down, depending on how global prices move next.
For now, the message is simple. Petrol price hiked once again, and diesel followed with an even sharper rise. Drivers are advised to plan their fuel expenses carefully as the new rates settle in across the country.
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