Summary:
In this region, Punjab imposes the maximum VAT of 35.12 per cent on petrol compared to other neighbouring states. Punjab’s fuel prices are cheaper only compared to Maharashtra, which is the most expensive, and Andhra Pradesh, the second costliest. But after last night’s tax cut, it is costlier by Rs 5 per litre compared to Punjab, where it is Rs 73.29 per litre. Dr Manjit Singh, General Secretary of Petrol Pump Dealer Association Punjab (PPDAP), said they have been demanding slash in VAT on petrol and diesel in Punjab. The VAT on diesel in Punjab at Rs 16.74 is the lowest in the region..