Second fuel price hike in a week pushes petrol near Rs 109 in Jaipur
Jaipur, May 19
Rajasthan witnessed the second hike in petrol and diesel prices within a week on Tuesday, as petroleum companies increased petrol rates by around 94 paise per litre and diesel by approximately 91 paise per litre. Following the latest revision, petrol prices in Jaipur have risen to Rs 108.91 per litre, while diesel is now being sold at Rs 94.14 per litre.
The fresh increase comes just four days after fuel prices were hiked by Rs 3 per litre on May 15, intensifying concerns over rising transportation and household expenses. Oil companies have attributed the repeated hikes to the continued surge in crude oil prices in the international market.
With fuel costs steadily climbing, transporters and traders fear a ripple effect on the prices of vegetables, food items, construction materials and delivery services, potentially adding further pressure on inflation. Amid rumours of fuel shortages circulating on social media and in local markets, petrol companies have assured the public that fuel and LPG supplies across Rajasthan remain normal and adequate.
Manoj Gupta, Executive Director and Rajasthan State-Level Coordinator for Indian Oil Corporation, said fuel stocks are being monitored round-the-clock and replenishment is taking place without delay wherever required. Oil companies have appealed to citizens to avoid panic buying, maintain normal fuel consumption patterns and refrain from believing or spreading misleading reports regarding fuel availability.
State-Level Coordinator Manoj Gupta (Executive Director and State Head, IOCL) stated, "The overall petroleum supply situation in Rajasthan is completely stable, normal, and adequate. The entire fuel supply chain from all our terminals and depots right down to the retail outlets (petrol pumps) in cities and villages is operating smoothly and with great efficiency. There are absolutely no disruptions of any kind to the supply anywhere across the entire state."
According to officials, fuel stocks across all districts of Rajasthan are being monitored continuously and in real-time.
— IANS
Reader Comments
My auto driver bhaiya was telling me today that his daily earnings are being eaten up by diesel costs. Soon we'll have to pay more for everything - milk, sabzi, even courier charges. The common man is suffering while oil companies keep making profits. Why can't the state government provide some relief? 🤔
I appreciate the assurance from IOC about no shortage, but these frequent hikes are still worrying. Jaipur mein toh pehle se hi traffic rahega, ab fuel bhi expensive ho gaya hai. Hoping they don't touch LPG prices next month, yaar.
Living in Jaipur as an expat, I've noticed fuel prices are actually comparable to some Western countries now. But the difference is our average income is much lower. The Rs 3 hike last week followed by 94 paise today seems excessive. I hope the authorities reconsider their pricing strategy for the sake of local families.
Mahilaon ko toh aur pareshani hoti hai! Every time I fill my scooter, the bill is higher. And ab to delivery charges bhi badhenge - online orders pe extra lagenge. Please, government should at least subsidise fuel for two-wheelers and public transport.
I don't understand why people are surprised. This is a global trend due to crude oil prices. But what frustrates me is the lack of transparency - we never know when the next hike will come. IOCL's assurance is good but they should also explain why we're being charged so much more than neighbouring states.
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