Fossil Fuel Prices Surge: Petrol by Rs. 17 and Diesel / Kerosene Hiked by Rs 25 per Liter
Summary
Nepal Oil Corporation has increased petrol, diesel, kerosene prices by Rs 15 per liter and LPG by Rs 100 per cylinder due to surging international oil prices driven by West Asia conflict.
Key Points
- Nepal Oil Corporation raised petrol, diesel, and kerosene prices by Rs 15 per liter effective April 9, 2026.
- LPG prices for cooking increased by Rs 100 per cylinder.
- Aviation Turbine Fuel price increased by Rs 6 per liter.
- The price hike is due to rising international oil prices caused by conflict in West Asia, with NOC facing projected losses without revision.
