Fuel prices in Pakistan are expected to drop sharply in the today’s review, with petrol likely to fall by around Rs60 per liter and high-speed diesel (HSD) by up to Rs100 per liter, according to industry estimates.
The anticipated reduction follows a decline in global crude oil prices after easing geopolitical tensions, raising hopes of significant relief for consumers and businesses alike.
Early projections indicate that the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) may decrease by as much as Rs100 per liter, while petrol could become cheaper by approximately Rs60 per liter.
The reduction in geopolitical tensions has eased supply concerns and improved the stability of shipping routes in the Gulf. As a result, benchmark prices for refined products like gasoil and gasoline in the Arab Gulf market have fallen by 14–23% in recent weeks.
However, the final domestic prices will depend on factors such as adjustments in the petroleum levy, general sales tax, and fluctuations in the exchange rate.
As of April 8, 2026, the price of petrol in Pakistan stands at Rs378.41 per liter. The government had earlier reduced the price by Rs80 per liter following strong public backlash against a proposed increase that would have pushed rates beyond Rs458 per liter. However, high-speed diesel (HSD) continues to remain high at Rs520.35 per liter.
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