In a significant move, Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced a reduction in petrol prices by ₹80, lowering the cost to ₹378 per litre. This decision comes after widespread protests against a 42.7% price hike that raised petrol prices to ₹485. The government has decided to maintain diesel prices at ₹520 per litre following a 54.9% increase. To further support citizens, public transport in Islamabad will be free for the next 30 days, costing the government ₹350 million. The Pakistani government is also implementing several measures to save fuel, including a four-day workweek for government offices and extended school holidays. Amid rising global oil prices linked to the conflict in the Middle East, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that economies like Pakistan are facing significant pressures. The government aims to relieve the economic burden on citizens while ensuring stability in fuel pricing.