Pakistan is bracing for another fuel price adjustment as the federal government prepares to raise petrol and diesel prices starting October 1, 2025. According to official summaries submitted to the Ministry of Finance, the hike comes amid fluctuations in global crude prices and currency exchange pressures.
Expected New Rates
Reports indicate the following proposed changes:
- Petrol (Super): Increase of about Rs 1.97 per litre, taking the ex-depot price from roughly Rs 264.61 to Rs 266.58.
- High-Speed Diesel (HSD): Likely to rise by Rs 2.48 per litre, moving to around Rs 275.25.
- Light Diesel Oil (LDO): Estimated increase of Rs 1.76 per litre.
- Kerosene Oil: The sharpest jump, about Rs 4.65 per litre.
These revisions follow a regular review by the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) and will be finalized after approval from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
Economic Impact
The price surge is expected to:
- Add pressure on households already facing high inflation and increased transport costs.
- Push up freight and commodity prices, as diesel is widely used in goods transport and agriculture.
- Affect low-income families who rely on kerosene for cooking and heating.
What’s Next
The Ministry of Finance will issue an official notification once the Prime Minister gives the green light. Market analysts are watching global oil trends and the rupee’s performance, which will influence future pricing.
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