By Jahanzaib Saqib ISLAMABAD — The Government of Pakistan has increased the prices of petroleum products for the next fortnight, raising the price of petrol by Rs1.09 per litre and High-Speed Diesel (HSD) by Rs2.42 per litre.
The revised prices took effect at midnight following the government’s latest fortnightly fuel price review, which is based on fluctuations in international oil prices and the exchange rate.
Under the new notification:
- Petrol: Increased by Rs1.09 per litre
- High-Speed Diesel (HSD): Increased by Rs2.42 per litre
Officials said the revision reflects changes in global petroleum prices and import costs. Petrol is primarily used by motorcycles, cars and small vehicles, while high-speed diesel is widely consumed by the transport, agriculture and industrial sectors.
The latest increase is expected to add pressure on transportation costs and could contribute to higher prices of essential goods across the country.
The federal government reviews petroleum prices every two weeks in line with recommendations from the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) and the relevant ministries.