Have petrol and diesel prices changed on March 6? Check the latest fuel rates in Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Patna and other cities

There has been no change in the prices of petrol and diesel on Friday, March 6, even as crude oil prices have surged amid rising tensions between the United States and Iran. In Delhi, petrol continues to be priced at Rs 94.77 per litre, while diesel stands at Rs 87.67 per litre. Prices are higher in Mumbai, where petrol is retailing at Rs 103.49 per litre and diesel at around Rs 90.03 per litre.

If we look at major Indian cities, petrol prices remain above Rs 100 per litre in most locations, including Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Kolkata, while diesel prices continue to remain below the Rs 100 mark in certain cities.

Petrol and Diesel prices in Indian cities

Petrol & Diesel Prices (March 6, 2026)

City	Petrol (₹/litre)	Diesel (₹/litre)
New Delhi	₹94.77	₹87.67
Mumbai	₹103.49	₹90.03
Chennai	₹100.80	₹92.61
Kolkata	₹104.95	₹92.02
Bengaluru	₹102.92	₹88.99
Hyderabad	₹107.46	₹95.70

Petrol, diesel prices remain stable

Despite fluctuations in global crude oil markets, petrol and diesel prices in India have largely remained stable in recent years. Retail fuel prices have seen minimal changes since May 2022, when the central government and several states reduced excise duty and value-added tax (VAT) on fuel.

Global developments are still closely monitored as they can eventually impact domestic fuel rates. Recent volatility in crude oil prices has been linked to geopolitical tensions in West Asia. Concerns over potential supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil transit route, have also contributed to market uncertainty.

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Factors influencing petrol, diesel prices

Fuel prices are based on the dynamic fuel pricing system and are revised regularly. Several factors determine the prices, such as the Rupee to US dollar exchange rate, cost of crude oil, global cues, and demand for fuel, among others.

The most significant factor is the price of crude oil in international markets, as it is the primary raw material used to produce petrol and diesel.

The rupee–dollar exchange rate also plays a crucial role because India imports a large share of its crude oil needs.

A weaker rupee can increase the cost of imported crude oil, which may lead to higher fuel prices.

Taxes imposed by the central and state governments form a major part of petrol and diesel prices, leading to variations in fuel rates across states.

Transportation costs and demand–supply dynamics can also impact the final retail price of fuel.

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