ISLAMABAD: The government has increased high-speed diesel price by Rs3.74 per litre while reducing petrol price by Rs3.13 per litre for September 5 to 7, 2026, under the revised petroleum pricing mechanism.
According to the Petroleum Division, the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has revised the ex-depot prices of petroleum products for the three-day period.
The ex-depot price of high-speed diesel has risen from Rs374.31 to Rs378.05 per litre, registering an increase of Rs3.74 per litre.
Meanwhile, the ex-depot price of Motor Spirit, commonly known as petrol, has been reduced from Rs349.00 to Rs345.87 per litre, providing motorists with a reduction of Rs3.13 per litre.
The latest revision has pushed diesel above the Rs378 per litre mark, while petrol has fallen below Rs346 per litre.
The increase in diesel prices is likely to remain a major concern for consumers and businesses that rely heavily on the fuel. High-speed diesel is extensively used in the transport, agriculture and commercial sectors.
Goods transporters, buses and agricultural machinery are among major users of diesel, making changes in its price particularly significant for operating costs.
The Rs3.74 per litre increase means consumers using diesel will face higher fuel expenses during the three-day period. The increase also comes at a time when transportation and agricultural sectors remain sensitive to changes in fuel costs.
Petrol consumers, on the other hand, will receive relief of Rs3.13 per litre under the latest revision. The reduction will lower the fuel cost for motorists during the period for which the revised rates remain applicable.
The Petroleum Division said the revised prices were determined under the revised petroleum pricing mechanism issued by the federal government, with OGRA revising the ex-depot prices accordingly.
The revised prices will remain applicable from September 5 to September 7, 2026, after which petroleum prices will be subject to the next review under the applicable pricing mechanism.
The latest decision reflects another divergent movement in petroleum prices, with diesel becoming more expensive while petrol prices have moved downward.
