Petrol sales top pre-pandemic level for the first time

Diesel consumption rose to 89% of the pre-pandemic level.

Fuel prices have skyrocketed in recent times. But despite petrol retailing at over Rs. 100 per litre, sales have topped the pre-pandemic level for the first time in 17 months.

When it comes to price, diesel isn't too far behind either. Yet, diesel sales stood just 11% short of the pandemic year in July.

According to market data, state-owned fuel retailers sold 3.5% more petrol in July 2021 compared to the same period in 2019. Diesel consumption rose to 89% of the pre-pandemic level.

Sales in July rose by nearly 9% compared to the previous month, while diesel sales were down by about 1%. Compared to last year, petrol and diesel sales were 17% and 12% higher, respectively.

Source: TOI