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Indias fuel demand splits in September as petrol, diesel rise and LPG falls

Petrol and diesel sales increased in September by 7.2% and 4.9% year-on-year, respectively. The rise in petrol consumption was supported by higher vehicle sales during the month. Meanwhile, diesel demand was boosted due to below-normal monsoon rainfall and increased economic activity. Aviation turbine fuel sales experienced flat growth, indicating subdued air traffic. LPG consumption fell by 9% as disruptions from the war impacted supplies.

2 Oct 2026 1:17 am