Maharashtra sees slight petrol-diesel price relief; Mumbai remains cheapest
The 6 AM revision showed petrol continuing above 104 per litre across most districts, while diesel remained over 90 statewide, with international crude trends and local levies maintaining pressure on household budgets.
Mumbai maintained its position as the lowest-cost metro, with petrol at 103.50 and diesel at 90.03 per litre. Significant variations persist across regions: Ahmednagar (104.30 petrol, 90.83 diesel), Aurangabad (104.73 petrol, 91.24 diesel), and Beed report the highest at 105.50 for petrol alongside 92.03 for diesel. Multiple districts, including Hingoli, Parbhani, and Yavatmal, matched Beed's peak petrol rate.
The slight downward adjustment reflects recent global oil market movements, though Value-Added Tax (VAT), transportation costs, and state-specific taxes continue to influence regional disparities. Daily price revisions by oil marketing companies ensure alignment with international benchmarks.
While today's dip provides fractional respite, economists note fuel costs remain a critical inflation indicator, with further volatility expected amid fluctuating crude markets and domestic fiscal policies.
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