GUWAHATI: The prices of petrol and diesel have been reduced by ₹1.88 to ₹1.90 respectively.
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Earlier the price of petrol was ₹102.63 which has now been reduced to ₹100.75, whereas the price of diesel which earlier was ₹94.24 has been reduced to ₹92.34.
This was announced by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gases in a post on X.
"Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have informed that they have revised Petrol and Diesel Prices across the country. New prices would be effective from 15th March 2024, 06:00 AM.
Reduction in petrol and diesel prices will boost consumer spending and reduce operating costs for over 58 lakh heavy goods vehicles running on diesel, 6 crore cars and 27 crore two-wheelers.
Reduced petrol & diesel prices will benefit the citizens through:
● More disposable income.
● Boost for tourism and travel industries.
● Control over inflation.
● Increased consumer confidence and spending.
● Reduced expenses for businesses dependent on transportation.
● Enhanced profitability for logistics, manufacturing, and retail sectors.
● Reduced outgo for Farmers on tractor operations & pump sets." the tweet read.
Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have informed that they have revised Petrol and Diesel Prices across the country. New prices would be effective from 15th March 2024, 06:00 AM.
— Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas #MoPNG (@PetroleumMin) March 14, 2024
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