Delhi Fuel Shock: Petrol Crosses ₹100 As New Hike Hits Pumps

Fuel rates jump by over ₹2 per litre in Delhi. Rates cross the century mark due to supply issues from the Iran war.

Fuel prices just took a sharp jump for Indian consumers. Specifically, state oil firms raised retail prices for the fourth time in 11 days. This happens as the Iran war creates tight oil supplies. Consequently, petrol in Delhi rose by ₹2.61 on Monday. The price now stands at ₹102.12 per litre.

In addition, diesel prices rose by ₹2.71. This brings the new diesel rate in Delhi to ₹95.20 per litre. These quick hikes follow four years of stable energy prices in India. For instance, the government cut rates before the 2024 elections. However, the current war in the Middle East forces local firms to pass on these costs.

City Wise Breakdown: New Petrol and Diesel Rates

The new prices vary across Indian cities. This happens because each state charges a different tax rate. As a result, consumers face different prices depending on their location:

Interestingly, global Brent crude fell below $100 a barrel on the exact same day. This drop seems to contradict our rising pump prices. However, local oil firms have a clear explanation. They absorbed huge losses for weeks to protect buyers. Therefore, this hike helps them recover their cash balance.

Why Are Pump Prices Rising Now?

The main issue stems from the Strait of Hormuz. For example, major local suppliers like IOCL, BPCL, and HPCL face high risk along this sea route. Since tankers cannot cross safely, firms must pay more for oil. Consequently, keeping old prices became too costly for them.

Furthermore, these hikes will soon impact daily store bills. Because trucks use diesel to transport goods, freight costs will go up. For instance, prices for basic foods like milk and bread are already climbing. To make matters worse, CNG rates in Delhi also rose by ₹1 over the weekend to reach ₹81.09 per kg.

💬 Expert View: What Lies Ahead

“These rate hikes give partial relief to oil firms. However, it does not solve the whole problem. Even if the war stops, shipping risks will take time to fade. Crude will likely stay above $90 a barrel. This pressures local firms, so more small price changes may come soon.” — Sourav Mitra, Partner, Grant Thornton Bharat

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The Indian government is protecting your kitchen fuel. On Monday, the waiting time for LPG refills went up. The gap between two bookings is now 25 days. This rule helps stop black marketing during the war. In fact, refineries must now boost their gas output. Plus, homes will get priority over shops for gas.

Why the Gap Increased Again

Why did the government change the rules? Many people were panic-buying too many cylinders. Is there a gas shortage? No. Consequently, the 25-day rule keeps the supply fair. Moreover, some users tried to book refills much too early. Previously, the gap was 21 days. So, the new rule helps stop hoarding in cities. Therefore, every family will get their fair share of gas.

[Image showing a warehouse filled with red LPG cylinders and workers loading them onto a delivery truck]

New Partners for Energy

India is finding new ways to get gas. The plan for 2026 involves global partners. And, many countries offered to help India with fuel. Accordingly, India is looking at imports from Norway and Australia.

The Impact of the War

Why are gas prices rising now? Global oil hit $119 a barrel on Monday. Why? Because the war makes shipping very hard. Essentially, this is why cylinder prices rose by Rs 60. Indeed, Pune even closed gas crematoriums to save fuel.

Then there is the matter of India’s oil backup. The government has crude oil for 25 days. Worth noting: Experts say inflation will stay under control for now. Ultimately, India is working hard to keep your kitchen running.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the new waiting time? So, you must wait 25 days between bookings. Because of this, the app will block early orders.

Is there a gas shortage? In fact, the government says stocks are good. Additionally, delays are only due to high panic-buying.

Will prices go up again? But this depends on world oil costs. Consequently, prices might change again next month.

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