Current Fuel Prices in India Post Elections: April 30 Update

On April 30, 2023, new fuel prices were announced in India following state elections, with petrol priced at ₹94.77 and diesel at ₹87.67 per liter. Despite rising crude oil prices exceeding $119 per barrel, the government has denied any plans for price hikes. This article explores the current fuel rates across various Indian cities and compares them with prices in neighboring countries, highlighting the ongoing impact of global oil market fluctuations.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 30, 2026, 22:47 IST

Fuel Price Update After Elections

As of April 30, following the elections in five states, new fuel prices have been announced. Unfortunately, crude oil prices have surged past $119 per barrel. This morning at 6 AM, major oil marketing companies, including Indian Oil, HPCL, and BPCL, updated their fuel rates. Currently, in Delhi, petrol is priced at ₹94.77 per liter, while diesel costs ₹87.67 per liter. It's noteworthy that retail prices for petrol and diesel have remained unchanged since early April 2022.

Rising Crude Oil Prices

Due to the ongoing Iran-US conflict, crude oil prices continue to hover above $119 per barrel. Before the conflict began, prices were around $70 per barrel. Brent crude is trading above $119 per barrel, while WTI is priced at $106 per barrel.

Government's Stance on Price Increases

The central government has dismissed speculations that fuel prices would rise following the West Bengal assembly elections. They have clarified that there are currently no proposals for such increases. Consequently, there has been no change in oil prices post-elections.

Rumors of Price Hikes

There have been rumors circulating on social media about a government order claiming an increase in petrol and diesel prices by ₹10 and ₹12.50, respectively. However, the PIB fact-check has confirmed that no such order has been issued by the Indian government.

Cheapest Petrol Prices in India

Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands: ₹82.46 per liter

Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh: ₹90.87 per liter

Silvassa, Dadra and Nagar Haveli: ₹92.37 per liter

Daman, Daman and Diu: ₹92.55 per liter

Haridwar, Uttarakhand: ₹92.78 per liter

Rudrapur, Uttarakhand: ₹92.94 per liter

Una, Himachal Pradesh: ₹93.27 per liter

Dehradun, Uttarakhand: ₹93.35 per liter

Nainital, Uttarakhand: ₹93.41 per liter

Source: Indian Oil

Cities with Lowest Diesel Prices

Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands: ₹78.05 per liter

Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh: ₹80.38 per liter

Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir: ₹81.32 per liter

Samba, Jammu and Kashmir: ₹81.58 per liter

Kathua, Jammu and Kashmir: ₹81.97 per liter

Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir: ₹82.15 per liter

Chandigarh: ₹82.44 per liter

Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir: ₹82.64 per liter

Source: Indian Oil

Fuel Prices in Neighboring Countries

The impact of rising crude oil prices is evident in neighboring countries, where citizens are facing high fuel costs. In Pakistan, petrol is priced at ₹133.56, while in China, it stands at ₹125.71 per liter. Sri Lanka has seen petrol prices reach ₹135.13 per liter, and in Nepal, it has climbed to ₹137.13. Bangladesh's petrol price is ₹107.78 per liter, while Myanmar's is at ₹147.25. In Bhutan, petrol costs ₹102.78 per liter.