Pakistan's Fuel Prices Surge: Petrol Hits PKR 458.40, Diesel PKR 520.35
Pakistan petrol price breaches PKR 450, diesel over PKR 500 amid West Asia war
The Economic Times
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In Karachi, Pakistan, the government has raised petrol prices to a record PKR 458.40 per litre and diesel to PKR 520.35 per litre, effective April 3, 2026. This steep increase has sparked outrage among residents, particularly affecting daily wage earners and low-income families.
- 01Petrol price reaches a record PKR 458.40 per litre.
- 02Diesel price now stands at PKR 520.35 per litre.
- 03The price hike is effective from April 3, 2026.
- 04Residents express anger over the financial burden of rising fuel costs.
- 05Daily wage earners are particularly affected by the increase.
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Effective April 3, 2026, petrol prices in Karachi, Pakistan, have surged to a record PKR 458.40 per litre, while diesel now costs PKR 520.35 per litre. This increase of PKR 137 on petrol follows a previous hike of PKR 55, leading to widespread anger among residents. Many citizens, especially daily wage earners, have voiced their frustration, stating that the rising fuel costs are placing an unbearable financial burden on low-income families. The escalating prices are causing significant stress for those already struggling to make ends meet.
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The recent fuel price hikes are significantly impacting daily wage earners and low-income families in Karachi, increasing their financial burden.
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