Government Expected to Increase Petrol Prices by Over Rs. 10 per Liter in Pakistan

Islamabad (NNP) price of petroleum products is set to surge by more than Rs. 10, with petrol likely to bear the brunt of the hike following a recent surge in electricity prices. Sources indicate that while petrol is expected to see a substantial increase, diesel prices may decrease by Rs. 2.5 per liter. The final decision on the prices of petroleum products will be announced by the Finance Minister in collaboration with the Prime Minister.