Petrol, Diesel Prices Stable in Major Cities, Fluctuations Observed in Some States
New Delhi, November 21, 2025 – Fuel prices across India remained largely stable today, November 21, 2025, with state-owned oil marketing companies holding steady on revisions in major metropolitan areas. However, some states experienced minor adjustments, reflecting the dynamic interplay of global crude oil prices, local taxes, and other economic factors.
In the national capital, Delhi, petrol continues to be priced at ₹96.72 per liter, while diesel is selling at ₹89.62 per liter. Mumbai residents are paying ₹106.31 per liter for petrol and ₹94.27 for diesel. Kolkata sees petrol priced at ₹106.31 per liter and diesel at ₹92.76 per liter. In Chennai, petrol is available at ₹102.63 per liter, and diesel at ₹94.24 per liter.
While the metro cities experienced no changes, several states saw slight revisions in fuel prices. Maharashtra witnessed an increase of ₹1 per liter for petrol and 97 paise for diesel. Chhattisgarh saw petrol prices rise by 60 paise and diesel by 59 paise. Similar minor price revisions were observed in Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, and Tripura. Haryana saw petrol prices at ₹94.72 per liter. Shimla is retailing petrol at ₹94.30 per liter. Diesel in Bihar is priced at ₹93.80 per liter.
These marginal increases come amid anticipation of potential output cuts from OPEC+ nations in their upcoming meeting next week, contributing to a volatile global crude oil market. China's decision to maintain its loan rates has also played a role in shaping the positive sentiment surrounding crude oil prices.
According to Rahul Kalantri, VP Commodities at Mehta Equities Ltd., crude oil prices are expected to remain volatile. Support for crude oil is identified at $77.10–76.50, with resistance noted at $78.50-79.20 in today's trading session. In terms of INR, crude oil finds support at Rs 6,450-6,370, while resistance is anticipated at Rs 6,632-6,600.
Industry experts continue to emphasize that a multitude of factors influence the prices consumers see at the pump, including the global price of crude oil, refinery production, the exchange rate between the pound and dollar, distribution costs, retailer margins, fuel duty levied by the government, and VAT. Geopolitical tensions and economic indicators also play a significant role in these fluctuations.
In related news, mixed movements in fuel prices are expected next week, with gasoline predicted to decrease by approximately P0.50 per liter and diesel and kerosene expected to increase by about P0.50 and P1.35 per liter, respectively. These estimates are based on the Mean of Platts Singapore (MOPS) trading figures.
Consumers are advised to stay informed about local fuel prices and utilize resources such as fuel price apps to identify the most cost-effective options in their vicinity.
