Lucknow: With a fresh hike of Rs 2.61 and Rs 2.72 announced on Monday, petrol and diesel now sell at Rs 101.89 and Rs 95.36 per litre, respectively, in Lucknow. Fuel prices in the city have increased for the fifth time since May 14, leading to a cumulative rise of Rs 7.2 in petrol and Rs 7.55 in diesel rates.
Premium Fuel Variants Also Affected
Premium petrol variants have also seen similar increases. XP95 is now priced at Rs 110.47 per litre, while XG costs Rs 100.97 per litre. These hikes have added to the financial burden on vehicle owners.
Detailed Price History Since May 14
Petrol prices rose by Rs 2.86 per litre on May 15, followed by smaller increases of Rs 0.87 and Rs 0.86 on May 19 and May 23, respectively. The sharpest increase of Rs 2.61 per litre was recorded on Monday, May 25. Similarly, diesel rates increased by Rs 3.01 per litre on May 15, followed by hikes of Rs 0.91 on May 19 and May 23, and another Rs 2.72 per litre on May 25.
Impact on Transportation and Household Budgets
The continuous rise in fuel prices is expected to impact transportation costs and household budgets in the city. Higher fuel costs often lead to increased prices of essential commodities due to higher logistics expenses.
Statewide Implementation
According to oil marketing companies, the price hike will be effective in all 75 districts of Uttar Pradesh. Residents across the state will face similar increases at the pumps.
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