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Pakistan Poised to Cut Petrol Price by Rs10.60 From Jan. 1, Pending PM Approval

A formal notification is expected following the routine regulatory review requiring the prime minister's sign-off.

Overview

  • Media reports say the next fortnightly review could lower petrol by about Rs10.60 per litre from January 1, 2026, subject to government approval.
  • High-speed diesel is expected to drop by roughly Rs8.59 per litre, with kerosene down about Rs9 and light diesel by Rs6.62 per litre, according to reports.
  • OGRA is due to finalise its recommendations on December 31 and forward them to the Petroleum Division for the prime minister’s approval before any notification.
  • The current petrol price is listed at about Rs263.45 per litre, implying a new rate near Rs253 per litre if the reported cut is endorsed.
  • Separate IMF-related documents cited in coverage indicate multiyear petroleum levy targets and a planned Rs2.5 per litre climate support levy increase starting July 1, 2026.