Today Diesel Price in Multan
Official OGRA-notified rate for High-Speed Diesel (HSD) — applicable at all fuel stations in Multan
▲ +Rs. 15.00 from previous revision
The diesel price in Multan today is Rs. 409.58 per litre, effective 9 May 2026 per OGRA’s latest official notification. Multan — the City of Saints — is at the geographic heart of Pakistan and a crucial agricultural and trade hub connecting southern Punjab to Sindh and Balochistan. Diesel price movements in Multan matter enormously to cotton farmers, mango growers, transport operators on the M-4 and M-5, and the city’s growing industrial base.
🌾 Cotton & Mango Belt
Multan district and surrounding Vehari, Lodhran, and Khanewal are Pakistan’s cotton and mango heartland. Diesel powers tube wells, tractors, and cold storage for millions of tonnes of produce.
🛣 M-4 & M-5 Motorway
Multan is the central node of Pakistan’s motorway network. The M-4 (Faisalabad–Multan) and M-5 (Multan–Sukkur) carry thousands of diesel freight trucks daily.
🏭 Industrial Estate
Multan Industrial Estate on Bosan Road houses textile, food processing, and chemical units — all heavy diesel users for power backup and production machinery.
📊 Change
Rs. 15.00/litre increase from 1 May. Since 25 April, diesel has risen Rs. 61.16/litre — a 17.3% surge in three weeks driven by global crude volatility.
Diesel Price History in Multan
| Effective Date | HSD Price (Rs./L) | Change | Revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 May 2026 | 414.58 | ▲ +15.00 | Weekly |
| 1 May 2026 | 399.58 | ▲ +19.39 | Weekly |
| 25 Apr 2026 | 380.19 | ▲ +26.77 | Weekly |
| 18 Apr 2026 | 353.42 | ▼ −32.00 | Weekly |
| 1 Apr 2026 | 385.42 | ▲ +13.50 | Fortnightly |
💸 How the Multan Diesel Price Hike Affects You
- Mango Season (May–July): This increase lands right at the start of Multan’s mango harvest. Refrigerated diesel trucks transporting Chaunsa, Langra, and Sindhri to Lahore and Karachi will cost more, raising mango prices nationwide.
- Cotton Irrigation: Tube well operators in the cotton belt of Multan, Khanewal, and Vehari face higher diesel costs at a critical pre-sowing period.
- Multan Metro Bus: The elevated Multan Metro runs on electric overhead lines, but feeder buses and auto-rickshaws connecting to metro stations are diesel-powered — expect a Rs. 5–15 informal fare hike.
- M-5 Freight Corridor: Transport costs from Multan to Karachi (approx. 930 km) will rise Rs. 3,000–4,500 per truck, adding to the cost of goods flowing through Sindh.
- Sutlera & Bosan Road Generators: Commercial areas facing load shedding will see diesel generator bills climb by 3.75% per hour of use.
Understanding the Diesel Price Breakdown
Of the Rs. 409.58 you pay at a Multan petrol station, approximately Rs. 103.50 is Petroleum Development Levy (PDL) on petrol side, and Rs. 28.69 on diesel — the main tax component. The remainder covers the actual import cost of crude, refining, freight to Multan from Karachi (covered by IFEM), OMC margins, and dealer commission. The government adjusts the PDL to manage the price consumers pay while meeting revenue targets under Pakistan’s IMF programme.
FAQs — Diesel Price in Multan
What is the diesel price in Multan today?
Rs. 414.58 per litre as of 9 May 2026, per official OGRA notification.
How does the diesel price affect mango prices in Multan?
Multan is Pakistan’s mango capital. Higher diesel prices directly raise the cost of refrigerated transport (cold chain logistics) from mango orchards to markets in Lahore, Islamabad, and Karachi. A Rs. 15/litre diesel increase typically adds Rs. 5–15 per kg to retail mango prices at destination markets within 2–3 weeks.
Does Multan pay more freight charges for diesel than Karachi?
No. The IFEM (Inland Freight Equalization Margin) means Multan residents pay the same pump price as Karachi. The actual higher transportation cost to deliver fuel from Karachi to Multan is covered by a government cross-subsidy mechanism.
Where can I report overcharging at a Multan fuel station?
Report via the Pakistan Citizen’s Portal (Energy & Power category), OGRA’s complaint cell, or the Punjab Price Control magistrate at the Multan District Administration office.
