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Petrol diesel price hike may be next as govt sources warn of rising costs soon

Economy
Published on 1 May 2026
Petrol diesel price hike may be next as govt sources warn of rising costs soon

Retail prices stayed frozen for four years

Government sources have hinted that a petrol and diesel price increase may be on the table soon. The warning comes as oil companies run up losses, while retail fuel rates have been frozen for four years. With global crude oil prices surging, state-owned firms face mounting pressure—raising the possibility that consumers could pay more in the coming days.

  • Govt sources say a petrol and diesel hike may be possible soon
  • Oil companies are facing increasing losses
  • Retail fuel prices have been frozen for four years
  • Higher global crude prices are adding pressure on state firms
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