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Midnight Fuel Shock Sparks Frenzied Rush At Petrol Pumps In Nepal

Motorists form long queues at a petrol station in Nepal on April 2, 2026, as they rush to refuel their vehicles after Nepal Oil Corporation announces a Rs 15 per litre increase in petrol prices, effective from midnight, raising the price to Rs 202. The price hike follows an increase in fuel prices by Indian Oil Corporation amid ongoing Middle East tensions, leading to panic buying as people hurry to fill their tanks before the new rates take effect. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#13529385
Date Taken	2 April 2026
Location	N/A
Photographer	Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto
Category	Economy, Business and Finance
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto

Medium Group of People Action Shot Motorists refuel vehicles queues petrol station Nepal Oil Corporation price increase Rs 15 litre petrol prices effective midnight Rs 202 April 2 2026 hike sharp rise fuel prices Indian Oil Corporation Middle East tensions panic buying tanks new rates force Safal Prakash Shrestha NurPhoto petrol price hike fuel refueling stations price per litre rush queues at petrol stations panic.