Diesel demand hits 6-month high in Nov on festive boost
NEW DELHI: Diesel sales jumped to six-month high in Nov as the cut in GST (goods and services tax) rates boosted festive season demand, leading to increased industrial and commercial activities, industry data showed on Monday.
Diesel consumption, an indicator of economic activities, rose 4.7% to 8.5 million tonnes during the month, posting the highest gain since May 2025, official data showed.
