Fuel import reaches Rs. 65.5B
Summary
Nepal’s petroleum import bill surged by nearly 73 percent to Rs. 65.47 billion in the first two months of fiscal year 2026/27, driven by higher international prices and import volumes. LPG imports also jumped as shortages were reported across the country, while government revenue from petroleum imports increased to Rs. 16.03 billion.
Key Points
- Nepal imported petroleum products worth Rs. 65.47 billion in the first two months of fiscal year 2026/27, up nearly 73 percent from a year earlier.
- Diesel remained the largest import item at Rs. 28.03 billion, followed by petrol at Rs. 16.13 billion and LPG at Rs. 16.02 billion.
- LPG imports rose sharply after shortages were reported in different parts of the country, with import volume reaching 117,168 tonnes.
- Government revenue from petroleum imports increased to Rs. 16.03 billion during the review period.
