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The central government has increased petrol and diesel prices by ₹3.25 per litre across the country, adding fresh pressure on household budgets. The revised fuel rates came into effect on Friday morning and have impacted major cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, and several NCR regions.
Apart from petrol and diesel, CNG prices in Delhi-NCR and Mumbai Metropolitan Region have also been raised by ₹2 per kilogram. In another blow to consumers, Mother Dairy has increased milk prices by up to ₹2 per litre due to rising production and operational costs.
Petrol and Diesel Prices See Major Jump Nationwide
Following the latest revision, fuel prices have surged sharply across India. In the national capital, Delhi, petrol prices rose from ₹94.77 to ₹97.77 per litre, while diesel increased from ₹87.67 to ₹90.67 per litre.
Several states including Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala are now witnessing petrol prices crossing the ₹110 per litre mark. Diesel prices in many cities are also inching closer to ₹100 per litre.
Despite the increase, the government has assured citizens that fuel supplies remain stable across the country. The Petroleum and Natural Gas Ministry stated that refineries are operating normally and there is no shortage of petrol, diesel, or LPG anywhere in India.
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City-Wise Petrol Prices After Latest Hike
| City | Petrol Price (Per Litre) |
|---|---|
| New Delhi | ₹97.77 |
| Kolkata | ₹108.70 |
| Mumbai | ₹106.68 |
| Chennai | ₹103.67 |
| Gurugram | ₹98.47 |
| Noida | ₹97.78 |
| Bengaluru | ₹106.21 |
| Bhubaneswar | ₹104.19 |
| Chandigarh | ₹97.27 |
| Hyderabad | ₹110.89 |
| Jaipur | ₹107.97 |
| Lucknow | ₹97.55 |
| Patna | ₹108.55 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | ₹110.58 |
Latest Diesel Rates in Major Indian Cities
| City | Diesel Price (Per Litre) |
|---|---|
| New Delhi | ₹90.67 |
| Kolkata | ₹95.13 |
| Mumbai | ₹93.14 |
| Chennai | ₹95.25 |
| Gurugram | ₹90.94 |
| Noida | ₹91.02 |
| Bengaluru | ₹94.10 |
| Bhubaneswar | ₹95.74 |
| Chandigarh | ₹85.25 |
| Hyderabad | ₹98.96 |
| Jaipur | ₹93.23 |
| Lucknow | ₹90.82 |
| Patna | ₹94.63 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | ₹99.35 |
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Double Blow for NCR Residents as CNG Prices Rise
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Delhi-NCR residents are facing another hit as CNG prices have also been increased by ₹2 per kilogram. The price hike is expected to directly impact transportation costs for autos, taxis, commercial vehicles, and private car owners.
A similar increase was announced earlier in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, where CNG prices have now reached around ₹84 per kilogram in Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, and Thane.
Updated CNG Prices in Delhi-NCR and Nearby Cities
| City | New CNG Price (Per Kg) |
|---|---|
| Delhi (NCT) | ₹79.09 |
| Noida | ₹87.70 |
| Ghaziabad | ₹87.70 |
| Muzaffarnagar | ₹87.58 |
| Meerut | ₹87.58 |
| Shamli | ₹87.58 |
| Gurugram | ₹84.12 |
| Rewari | ₹83.70 |
| Karnal | ₹83.43 |
Mother Dairy Increases Milk Prices by Up to ₹2 Per Litre
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Adding to inflation worries, Mother Dairy has revised milk prices upward across Delhi-NCR. The company cited higher procurement, transportation, and production costs as the primary reasons behind the increase.
New Mother Dairy Milk Rates
| Milk Type | New Price (Per Litre) |
|---|---|
| Bulk Vended Milk | ₹58 |
| Toned Milk | ₹60 |
| Double Toned Milk | ₹52 |
| Cow Milk | ₹62 |
| Premium Milk | ₹68 |
| Pro Milk | ₹72 |
The revised milk prices have already come into effect across retail outlets and milk booths.
Government Assures No Fuel Shortage Despite Price Hike
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Ministry has assured consumers that fuel availability remains stable despite fluctuations in global crude oil markets.
According to the ministry:
The latest increase in fuel, CNG, and milk prices is expected to further impact transportation expenses and overall household budgets across India.
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