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Himachal Imposes Cess On Fuel
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🗓 15 Aug 2026, 01:18 PM
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Himachal Pradesh has imposed a 60-paise-per-litre cess on petrol and diesel. The cess is intended for the welfare of orphans and widows.
The Himachal Pradesh government has introduced a new cess on petrol and diesel, amounting to 60 paise per litre. This move is aimed at supporting orphans and widows in the state. The cess will be levied on both petrol and diesel, and the revenue generated will be utilized for the welfare of these vulnerable groups. The state government has taken this step to provide financial assistance to those in need. The imposition of the cess is expected to have a minimal impact on the overall fuel prices in the state.