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Punjab fuel prices cross the Rs 100 mark in several cities

Chandigarh, May 15 (UNI) Petrol and diesel prices in Punjab have witnessed a sharp increase of around Rs 3 per litre, pushing petrol rates beyond Rs 100 per litre in several cities of the state and triggering concerns among transporters, farmers and consumers over a possible rise in the prices of essential commodities.
Following the hike, diesel prices ahead of the paddy transplantation season have increased from Rs 87.83 to Rs 90.78 per litre in Punjab, while fuel rates continue to vary across different cities. In neighbouring Chandigarh, petrol prices rose from Rs 94.30 to Rs 97.44 per litre, while diesel climbed from Rs 82.45 to Rs 85.56 per litre.
The sudden increase led to long queues at several fuel stations across Punjab. Reports from Amritsar said fuel stocks were exhausted at a petrol pump in the Islamabad area due to heavy rush after the revised rates came into effect.
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