Amid the vote counting for the legislative by-elections over the weekend, fuel prices in Kolkata have remained unchanged. However, several districts in West Bengal saw significant fluctuations in petrol and diesel prices on Saturday. The most substantial decrease was observed in Jalpaiguri, where petrol prices dropped by 86 paise per litre. In contrast, prices rose in seven districts, with Murshidabad experiencing an increase of 86 paise per litre of petrol.
Here is a detailed look at the current petrol and diesel prices across various districts of West Bengal:
– *Kolkata*: Petrol is priced at ₹104.95 per litre, and diesel at ₹91.76 per litre.
– *Bankura*: Petrol costs ₹105.64 per litre, and diesel ₹92.40 per litre.
– *Cooch Behar*: Petrol is ₹105.71 per litre, and diesel ₹92.46 per litre.
– *South Dinajpur*: Petrol is priced at ₹105.03 per litre, and diesel at ₹91.83 per litre.
– *Jalpaiguri*: Petrol costs ₹105.34 per litre, and diesel ₹92.16 per litre.
– *West Midnapore*: Petrol is priced at ₹105.41 per litre, and diesel at ₹92.16 per litre.
– *East Midnapore*: Petrol costs ₹105.09 per litre, and diesel ₹91.86 per litre.
– *South 24 Parganas*: Petrol is ₹104.95 per litre, and diesel ₹91.76 per litre.
– *North Dinajpur*: Petrol is priced at ₹105.22 per litre, and diesel at ₹92.01 per litre.
Despite the stability in Kolkata, the variations in fuel prices across different districts reflect the dynamic nature of the market influenced by local factors. As the by-election results continue to unfold, the economic impact, including fuel prices, will be closely monitored.
