Petrol Prices in Pakistan may drop by around Rs15 Per Litre tomorrow
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ISLAMABAD – Pakistanis could be in for much-needed relief as the government is expected to announce reduction of up to Rs15 per litre in petrol prices tomorrow, after sustained decline in global crude oil prices. If approved, the move would provide significant relief to millions of consumers while easing fuel costs for the transport, agriculture, and industrial sectors. Sources quoting OGRA officials said the government is finalizing its pricing calculations and will submit summary on petroleum product prices to the Ministry of Finance today. The ministry will review the proposed prices, along with applicable taxes and other fiscal considerations, before forwarding the summary to the Prime Minister for final approval. The revised prices will take effect for the upcoming pricing cycle once the Prime Minister approves the recommendations and the government issues an official notification. Petrol is currently priced at Rs299.50 per litre, while High-Speed Diesel (HSD) is being sold at Rs311.47 per litre across Pakistan. With the government set to announce revised petroleum prices tomorrow, consumers are eagerly awaiting what could be a major relief at the pump. Product Current Price Petrol 299.50 High-Speed Diesel (HSD) 311.47 The expected cut is being driven by sustained decline in international crude oil prices. However, the final cut will depend on several key factors, including global oil market trends, import costs, the Pakistani rupee’s exchange rate, and the government’s decisions regarding taxes and petroleum levies. The price cut comes after consumers were left disappointed during the previous fortnightly review, when hopes for a reduction were high but the government opted to keep petrol and diesel prices unchanged. With global oil prices continuing to soften, expectations have once again risen that the government will pass on the benefit to consumers. If approved, the reduction would rank among the most significant cuts in petroleum prices in rec