The government says the October 29, 2026 fuel hike reflects “global events”, yet the only documented change is a flat Rs 1.85 increase for petrol (to Rs 377.91 / L) and Rs 1.75 for diesel (to Rs 399.82 / L). No new duty or tax was announced, turning a policy decision into a hidden levy on the public.
Every commuter feels the pinch
A rider covering 30 km a day burns roughly 2.5 litres of petrol daily. At the new rate that adds about Rs 460 to a monthly budget. A three‑wheeler rickshaw operator, already grappling with soaring maintenance costs, now faces an extra Rs 650 a month for diesel. Those numbers are not abstract; they decide whether a family can afford a school uniform or a week’s groceries.
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