Petrol, Diesel Prices Today: Check Latest Fuel Rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and More

Published : May 30, 2026, 09:20 AM IST
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Synopsis

On May 30, 2026, fuel prices in India remained elevated after multiple hikes during the month. The surge in petrol, diesel, and CNG is driven by rising global crude oil costs, geopolitical tensions, and a weaker rupee. While no fresh increase was announced, consumers continue to face significantly high costs in major cities.

Petrol and diesel prices across India remained elevated on May 30, 2026, after a series of fuel price hikes witnessed throughout the month. Although state-run oil marketing companies (OMCs) did not announce a fresh increase on Saturday, consumers continue to feel the impact of multiple revisions linked to rising global crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions in West Asia, and concerns surrounding the strategically important Strait of Hormuz.

India's fuel market has seen four major price revisions since May 15, pushing petrol and diesel prices significantly higher in several cities. Industry observers attribute the hikes to elevated Brent crude prices, shipping uncertainties in global energy markets, and a weakening rupee against the US dollar.

Fuel retailers continue to revise prices based on international crude oil benchmarks, currency exchange rates, transportation costs, and state-level taxes.

Petrol and Diesel Prices in Major Indian Cities (May 30, 2026)

City Petrol (Rs /litre) Diesel (Rs /litre)

New Delhi Rs 102.12 Rs 95.20

Mumbai Rs 111.18 Rs 97.83

Kolkata Rs 113.51 Rs 99.82

Chennai Rs 107.84 Rs 99.78

Bengaluru Rs 110.93 Rs 98.80

Noida Rs 102.12 Rs 95.37

Hyderabad Rs 115.73 Rs 103.82

Thiruvananthapuram Rs 115.49 Rs 104.41

CNG Prices Also Rise in Key Markets

The pressure on consumers is not limited to petrol and diesel. Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) prices have also witnessed repeated increases this month. In Mumbai Metropolitan Region, Mahanagar Gas Ltd (MGL) announced a Rs 2 per kg hike, taking CNG prices to Rs 86 per kg. PNG (piped natural gas) rates were also increased by 50 paise per unit. The revision is expected to impact nearly 12 lakh CNG vehicles, including taxis, auto-rickshaws, and commercial fleets.

Delhi-NCR has also seen multiple CNG price revisions in recent weeks as global energy supply concerns continue to influence domestic markets.

Why Are Fuel Prices Rising?

The recent surge in fuel prices comes amid continued volatility in global oil markets. Analysts point to disruptions and uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping route for global crude supplies, as a key factor driving higher energy costs. Rising crude oil prices have increased pressure on Indian oil marketing companies, leading to repeated retail fuel price adjustments.

With global geopolitical tensions still unresolved, market experts believe fuel prices may remain sensitive to international developments in the coming weeks. Consumers are advised to keep track of daily revisions announced by Indian Oil, Bharat Petroleum and Hindustan Petroleum.

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