Fuel Prices Hike in Bangladesh: Petrol, Octane, and Diesel Rates Climb

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Publish : 19 Apr 2026, 08:54 AM

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The government has readjusted the retail prices of fuel across the country to align with the global market. Under the new directive, the price of petrol has increased by 19 BDT per liter, octane by 20 BDT, and diesel by 15 BDT.

As a result, the current market prices are as follows:

Octane: 140 BDT per liter
Petrol: 135 BDT per liter
Diesel: 115 BDT per liter

The Ministry of Power, Energy, and Mineral Resources announced the price adjustment in a message sent on Saturday (April 18). These new rates take effect nationwide starting Sunday (April 19).

According to the ministry, the adjustment was necessary to maintain parity with rising fuel prices in the international market. In addition to the primary fuels, the price of kerosene has also been raised, set to sell at 130 BDT per liter starting tomorrow.

Price Comparison at a Glance

Fuel Type	Previous Price (per liter)	New Price (per liter)	Increase
Octane	120 BDT	140 BDT	+20 BDT
Petrol	116 BDT	135 BDT	+19 BDT
Diesel	100 BDT	115 BDT	+15 BDT
Kerosene	112 BDT	130 BDT	+18 BDT

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