PUNE The diesel prices in Pune crossed ₹100 per litre-mark on Sunday, for the second time since October 16, after petroleum companies once again hiked rates.
As demand for trucks is in a recovery mode with the economy picking up after the Covid-19 pandemic, the continuous diesel price hike for the 11th day in a row on Sunday has put truckers on a backfoot. The hike has severely affected the fraternity.
The price of diesel in the city now stands at ₹100.60 per litre, a rise of 83 paise, compared to previous rate on April 2, according to notification by fuel retailers.
