Petrol price drops to Rs378 as PM cuts levy amid backlash - Pakistan
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced a reduction in petroleum levy by Rs80 per litre, bringing the price of petrol down to Rs378. He also declared that all federal cabinet members would forgo their salaries for six months as part of austerity measures. Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah announced a Rs55 billion relief package for motorcycle owners and farmers, while Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz announced free public transport across the province. The government implemented these measures to cushion the impact of rising fuel prices on daily life.
3 APR 2026
— The Dawn
Pakistan's Sindh, Punjab, and Islamabad governments implemented fuel subsidy and public transportation initiatives in response to rising fuel prices.
· THIS STORY — The Dawn
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reduced petroleum levy by Rs80 per liter, lowering petrol prices to Rs378.
4 APR 2026
— Times of India
Pakistan's government implemented emergency relief measures to address rising fuel prices, including free public transportation and targeted subsidies.
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