Islamabad, April 4, 2026 – The federal government has announced a significant relief measure for motorcyclists, bringing the effective petrol price down to Rs278 per liter through targeted subsidies following a major reduction in the petroleum levy.
Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar and Federal Minister for Climate Change Musadik Malik said the move comes after a reduction of Rs80 per liter in the petroleum levy, aimed at cushioning citizens from the impact of soaring global oil prices.
Addressing a joint press conference, the ministers stated that the government has taken proactive steps to ensure uninterrupted fuel supply while minimizing the burden on the public amid ongoing international energy challenges. They emphasized that despite global disruptions, Pakistan has managed to avoid fuel shortages and maintain stability in the domestic market.
The ministers acknowledged that inflation and rising fuel costs continue to affect ordinary citizens but reiterated that relief for vulnerable segments remains a top priority. “The government is fully aware of the hardships faced by the public and is making every effort to provide maximum relief,” they said.
Musadik Malik revealed that approximately Rs129 billion has been utilized to stabilize fuel prices. He explained that these funds were generated through austerity measures, including a 50 percent reduction in government fuel usage, shutting down 60 percent of official vehicles, cutting ministers’ salaries, and reducing development expenditures.
He further noted that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif adopted a targeted approach to pass on the burden of rising oil costs primarily to those who can afford it, while shielding lower-income groups such as farmers, laborers, students, and public transport users. Subsidies have also been extended to public transport, goods carriers, and motorcyclists to prevent a surge in prices of essential commodities like food items.
According to the government, the reduction in petroleum levy lowered petrol prices from Rs458 to Rs378 per liter, and additional subsidies further reduced the effective rate for motorcyclists to Rs278 per liter.
Meanwhile, Attaullah Tarar highlighted that the government ensured a steady fuel supply despite global supply chain disruptions caused by geopolitical tensions. He said oil imports were secured through multiple international routes, including the Strait of Hormuz, the Red Sea, and supply hubs in the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
He added that during the Eid period, a large number of oil tankers were stationed at Pakistani ports, ensuring uninterrupted fuel availability across the country. “Pakistan’s challenge is not shortage but high global prices, and the government has acted timely to prevent a crisis,” he said.
The government also introduced a digital wallet system to ensure transparent and direct transfer of subsidies to eligible consumers. Officials confirmed that daily monitoring is being conducted under the leadership of the prime minister to ensure effective implementation of relief measures.
The ministers concluded by assuring that the government will continue efforts—both domestically and internationally—to maintain fuel stability and provide relief to citizens during the ongoing global energy crisis.