TL;DR
Petrol and diesel prices in Delhi are stable as of March 16, 2026, but LPG saw a recent hike of ₹60 due to rising import costs and geopolitical tensions.
As of March 16, 2026, fuel prices in Delhi have largely maintained stability for petrol and diesel, offering a degree of predictability to consumers. Petrol continues to retail at ₹94.77 per litre, while diesel is priced at ₹87.67 per litre. This consistent pricing reflects a period of stability in domestic retail rates despite ongoing volatility observed in global crude oil markets.
However, the cost of cooking gas, LPG, has seen a recent upward adjustment. Domestic LPG (14.2 kg cylinder) is now priced at ₹913.00, following a significant hike of ₹60 earlier in March. This increase is attributed to rising import costs and geopolitical tensions in West Asia. CNG prices have remained stable at ₹77.09 per kg since early 2026, after a slight increment in late 2025.
Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have played a role in buffering domestic prices from international fluctuations, keeping petrol and diesel rates unchanged since March 1, 2026, even with Brent crude oil hovering around $103 per barrel. Subsidies under the PM Ujjwala Yojana continue to provide relief to eligible households for LPG, partially offsetting the recent price increases.
