By Tanmay 
Petrol price hike today: Third fuel price hike in 10 days. Prices up by 85-96 paise. Kolkata petrol price now over ₹110.
New Delhi, May 23, 2026: There is a fresh petrol price hike today as oil companies have increased petrol and diesel rates for the third fuel price hike in just 10 days. This fuel price hike of 85-96 paise per litre is adding more pressure on consumers across India.
This diesel price hike comes because of rising global oil prices due to the Iran-Israel conflict. People are now worried about higher travelling and daily expenses.
Diesel Petrol Price Hike Today in Major Cities
After the latest fuel prices hiked third time, here are the new rates:
- Delhi: Petrol now at ₹99.51 per litre | Diesel at ₹92.49 per litre
- Mumbai: Petrol crossed ₹108 per litre | Diesel near ₹95 per litre
- Kolkata: Petrol now at ₹110.64 per litre | Diesel at ₹96.07 per litre
In Kolkata, the Kolkata petrol price has crossed ₹110, making it one of the most expensive cities for fuel right now. Many people are searching for “petrol price in Kolkata today” after this sudden rise.
Petrol Price Hike in India – Why is it Happening?
This petrol price hike in India is the third increase since mid-May 2026. Oil companies say they were losing money every day because of high crude oil rates. With diesel price increase May 2026, transport costs are also expected to go up soon.
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Public Anger and Criticism
Common people and opposition parties are not happy with this fuel price hike. On social media, many are posting about the repeated hikes and calling it unfair. Hashtags like #PetrolPriceHike and #FuelPriceHike are trending.
People in cities like Kolkata, Mumbai, and Delhi are feeling the burden the most. Auto and taxi fares may increase in the coming days because of the diesel price hike.
What Should You Do?
If you are planning to fill fuel, check the petrol diesel price today before going to the pump. Prices can change again if global oil rates keep rising.
This petrol price hike today has become a big topic of discussion everywhere. The government says it is correcting prices according to the global market.
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