Here's the latest on petrol and diesel prices across major Indian cities as of October 20, 2025. Fuel rates are dynamic and subject to daily revisions, influenced by factors like crude oil costs, currency exchange rates, and global market trends.
Metro City Prices:
- Mumbai: Diesel is retailing at ₹92.15 per liter.
- Delhi: While specific rates weren't available, Delhi generally has lower petrol prices compared to Kolkata.
- Kolkata: Kolkata tends to have higher petrol prices compared to Delhi.
- Chennai: No specific pricing was found in the search results.
Other Key Cities and States:
- Andhra Pradesh: Petrol is priced at ₹109.53 per liter.
- Chandigarh: Petrol costs ₹94.30 per liter, a decrease from ₹94.77 at the beginning of the month. Diesel price is at Rs 82.45 per litre, which is the lowest amongst other Indian cities.
- Shimla: Petrol is selling for ₹92.00 per liter.
- Shillong: Petrol stands at ₹92.66 per liter, a significant decrease from ₹104.16 at the start of October.
- Silvassa: Diesel price in Silvassa is Rs 111 per litre.
- Vidisha: No specific pricing was found in the search results.
Factors Influencing Price Fluctuations:
Several factors impact the daily price adjustments:
- Crude Oil Prices: Fluctuations in international crude oil prices directly affect domestic fuel prices.
- Rupee-Dollar Exchange Rate: The exchange rate between the Indian rupee and the US dollar plays a crucial role. A weaker rupee can lead to higher fuel costs.
- Geopolitical Risks: Events like wars or supply chain disruptions can create market instability and impact fuel prices.
- Demand and Supply: Market demand and supply dynamics also contribute to price variations.
Dynamic Fuel Pricing:
India follows a dynamic fuel pricing system, implemented in June 2017, where prices are revised daily at 6 AM. This system aims to enhance transparency and reduce speculative practices.
Tracking Fuel Prices:
Consumers can stay updated on the latest fuel prices through various methods:
- Mobile Apps: Oil marketing companies like Indian Oil, Bharat Petroleum, and Hindustan Petroleum offer mobile apps (Fuel@IOC, Smart Drive (BPCL), and My HPCL) for real-time updates.
- SMS Services: These companies also provide SMS-based services to get the latest prices.
- Company Websites: Daily price revisions are reflected on the respective company websites.
Global Context:
In related news, gasoline and diesel prices in Taiwan are set to decrease, reflecting a drop in global crude oil prices. Meanwhile, in Nigeria, the Dangote refinery has over 310 million liters of petrol ready for loading, with retail prices around N920-N928 per liter.