Viral Fuel Price Hike Order is Fake, Confirms Govt

A document circulating widely on social media claims that the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has increased petrol prices by Rs 10 and diesel prices by Rs 12.50. Fact Check: The claim is false. 

The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has officially clarified that no such order has been issued by the Government of India. 

The viral document is



fabricated and does not reflect any official decision.

What the Government Said: According to PIB Fact Check, the alleged notification is fake and misleading. 

There has been no announcement regarding any such hike in fuel prices by the Ministry.

Conclusion: The viral claim about a sudden increase in petrol and diesel prices is fake news.