Summary:
However, an analysis of the fuel rates of the last 12 days shows that there was an average increase of 15-20 paise daily. Petrol pump owners said the relief announced by the government is inching towards cancellation because of the increase in fuel rates. Following the Centre’s decision, the Haryana government too reduced VAT, slashing a total of Rs 4.60 off per litre diesel and Rs 4.38 off per litre petrol. Following suit, the Chandigarh Administration, too, announced a reduction in its VAT, cutting Rs 3.73 off per litre petrol and Rs 3.67 per litre diesel, effective October 6. On Tuesday, the rates were Rs 78.20 per litre and Rs 72.02 per litre on petrol and diesel, respectively..