Current Petrol and Diesel Prices in Major Indian Cities as of May 20
Petrol, Diesel prices today on May 20: Check fuel rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata and other metro cities
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As of May 20, petrol and diesel prices remain stable across major Indian cities after recent hikes. Petrol in Delhi is priced at ₹98.64 per litre, while diesel costs ₹91.58. The highest petrol price is recorded in Hyderabad at ₹111.84 per litre, reflecting ongoing geopolitical tensions affecting global crude oil markets.
- 01Petrol prices in Delhi increased by 87 paise to ₹98.64 per litre, while diesel rose by 91 paise to ₹91.58.
- 02Mumbai's petrol price reached ₹107.59 per litre, with diesel at ₹94.08 after a hike of 91 paise.
- 03Hyderabad has the highest petrol price in India at ₹111.84 per litre, with Thiruvananthapuram close behind at ₹111.70.
- 04Chandigarh offers the lowest petrol price among major cities at ₹98.10 per litre.
- 05Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri stated that oil marketing companies may face unsustainable losses if prices remain below market rates.
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On May 20, petrol and diesel prices remained unchanged across major Indian cities following recent hikes. In Delhi, petrol is priced at ₹98.64 per litre, an increase of 87 paise, while diesel costs ₹91.58 after a 91 paise hike. Mumbai's petrol price rose to ₹107.59 per litre, with diesel at ₹94.08. The recent hikes come amidst rising geopolitical tensions, particularly following US threats against Iran, which have impacted global crude oil prices. Notably, Hyderabad has the highest petrol price in the country at ₹111.84 per litre, while Thiruvananthapuram follows closely at ₹111.70. In contrast, Chandigarh has the lowest petrol price at ₹98.10 per litre. Minister Hardeep Singh Puri indicated that public sector oil companies may struggle to sustain daily losses of ₹1,000 crore from selling fuels below market rates.
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The stability in fuel prices affects daily commuters and transportation costs, influencing overall economic activity.
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