Islamabad, January 15, 2026 – The federal government on Thursday announced no change in petroleum prices, disappointing citizens who were expecting further relief in fuel costs. The decision was taken during the government’s fortnightly fuel price review, keeping rates unchanged until January 31, 2026.
According to a notification issued by the Petroleum Division, the price of petrol will remain fixed at Rs253.17 per litre, while high-speed diesel (HSD) will continue to be sold at Rs257.08 per litre for the next fortnight starting January 16.
In the previous review, the government had reduced petrol prices by Rs10.28 per litre and cut high-speed diesel rates by Rs8.57 per litre, offering temporary relief to consumers. However, the latest decision means no additional reduction despite public expectations.
Petrol is widely used by commuters operating small cars, motorcycles, rickshaws and other light vehicles. Any increase or lack of reduction in petrol prices directly affects the budgets of middle- and lower-middle-income households that depend on fuel for daily commuting.
High-speed diesel, on the other hand, is the primary fuel for the transport and agriculture sectors. Its price is considered highly inflationary as it is extensively used in heavy vehicles, including trucks, buses and trains, as well as agricultural machinery such as tractors and tube wells.
Experts note that sustained high diesel prices contribute to higher transportation costs, which ultimately push up the prices of vegetables, food items and other essential goods across the country.