News Release Details
New Delhi 01-May-2026
The retail prices of Petrol, Diesel and domestic LPG (14.2 kg cylinders), have remain unchanged, fully insulating domestic consumers from the recent increase in international fuel prices.
As part of this consumer-centric approach, there has been NO CHANGE in key fuels affecting the general public:
- Retail prices of Petrol and Diesel remain unchanged for general public, which constitutes around 90% of the total petrol, diesel consumption in the country.
- No change in prices of domestic LPG (14.2 kg) for 33 crore domestic LPG consumers.
- No change in ATF prices for domestic airlines (scheduled operations)
- No change in prices of PDS Kerosene
Overall, approximately 80% of petroleum products have witnessed no change in prices, ensuring stability for the majority of consumers.
Price revisions have been limited to select industrial segments, which constitute a relatively small share of overall consumption and are subject to routine monthly adjustments based on prevailing international prices:
- Prices of Bulk and commercial LPG cylinders (less than 1% of total consumption) have been revised
- Prices of Bulk Diesel and ATF for international airline operations have been adjusted upward
At the same time, around 4% of petroleum products have seen a downward revision, reflecting the dynamic nature of global price movements.
Price Impact
- 80% products: No change
- 4% products: Price decrease
- 16% products: Price increase (primarily industrial use)
The above measures reflect the calibrated and balanced approach adopted by OMCs, under the guidance of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, to align with global market trends while protecting domestic consumers and ensuring economic stability.