Synopsis: Fuel price is one of the biggest concerns for Indian consumers, as daily fluctuation of fuel prices affects household expenses and transport costs
The price of fuel always makes headlines in India. The varying price of crude oil daily influences state taxes also, which makes the price of living, traveling, etc. vary on a daily basis. The prices of petrol and diesel vary from state to state as well, depending on the VAT applied by states. Meanwhile, prices of CNG are also changing as per the increasing demand for clean fuel alternatives.
State-wise Petrol, Diesel & CNG Prices Today (20th May)
Key Highlights
- Telangana recorded the highest petrol price at ₹113.24 per litre, followed by Andhra Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh.
- West Bengal currently has the highest CNG price among the listed states at ₹97.5 per kg.
- Delhi remains one of the cheapest major markets for CNG at ₹77.09 per kg.
- Diesel prices crossed ₹100 per liter in both Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, making them the costliest states for diesel among the listed regions.
- Southern states such as Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu continue to witness relatively higher fuel prices due to state-level taxes.
What Consumers Should Know
India’s fuel prices constantly change due to changes in global crude oil prices, state taxes, logistics prices, etc. Consumers need to look for daily fuel price changes as petrol, diesel, and CNG fuel prices are highly volatile to market demands.
Written By Ameet S
