Petrol and Diesel Now More Expensive Due to Increased Levy
The federal government has raised the petroleum levy, placing more financial pressure on the already struggling public.
According to official documents, the levy on petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) has been increased by Rs. 2.50 per liter.
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Petrol levy has gone up from Rs. 75.52 to Rs. 78.02 per liter
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High-speed diesel levy has risen from Rs. 74.51 to Rs. 77.01 per liter
In addition to this, sources say that the government is also collecting a separate “Climate Support Levy” of Rs. 2.50 per liter, which is adding further to the burden on citizens.
On the positive side, petrol prices have been reduced by Rs. 7.54, bringing the new price down from Rs. 272.15 to Rs. 264.61 per liter.
However, the price of high-speed diesel has increased by Rs. 1.48, now costing Rs. 285.93 per liter, up from Rs. 284.35.
The Ministry of Finance has confirmed that the new prices and levy rates are effective from August 1 and will remain in place for the next 15 days.
Simple Breakdown:
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Levy on petrol & diesel Rs. 2.50/liter
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Extra Climate Levy also Rs. 2.50/liter
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Petrol price Rs. 7.54/liter
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Diesel price Rs. 1.48/liter
Effective from: 1st August
Valid for: 15 days
