Petrol-Diesel Price Hike: Know Where India’s Cheapest And Most Expensive Fuel Is Sold

After the May 15 fuel price rise, petrol and diesel vary across states due to VAT, transport costs, and local regulations.

From May 15, petrol increased by ₹3.14 per litre, reaching ₹97.77 nationwide. Diesel rose ₹3.11 per litre to ₹90.67. Premium petrol rates differ across states, ranging between ₹105.14 and ₹107.14 per litre.

In major cities, petrol prices climbed significantly. Delhi’s petrol rose from ₹94.77 to ₹97.77. Mumbai’s petrol moved from ₹103.54 to ₹106.68. Kolkata’s petrol now costs ₹108.74 versus ₹105.45 before. Chennai’s petrol increased from ₹100.80 to ₹103.67.

Diesel prices also increased. Delhi diesel now costs ₹90.67, Kolkata ₹95.13, Mumbai ₹93.14, and Chennai ₹95.25 per litre.

Locations With Highest And Lowest Fuel Prices

Reports indicate Vijayawada sells the most expensive petrol at ₹111–₹113 per litre. High VAT and transport costs in Andhra Pradesh’s cities drive this increase. Diesel in Vijayawada ranges from ₹97.26 to ₹97.57 per litre.

Conversely, Port Blair in Andaman and Nicobar Islands offers the cheapest petrol at ₹82.46 per litre. Diesel costs only ₹78.05 per litre. The central government has capped local VAT at 1%, keeping prices low.

Comparison Across Major Indian Cities

Among metropolitan areas, Delhi maintains the lowest petrol and diesel rates compared to Kolkata, Mumbai, and Chennai. Delhi petrol is ₹97.77, diesel ₹90.67. Chandigarh also shows relatively lower rates, with petrol at ₹97.27 and diesel at ₹85.25 per litre.

Overall, fuel prices vary widely across India due to VAT, transportation costs, and state-specific policies. Consumers in Port Blair benefit the most, while cities like Vijayawada face the highest rates.