India's fuel demand growth faces a sharp slowdown by late 2026, driven by government conservation measures, rising oil prices, and currency pressures.
The slowdown is mainly due to government-led conservation measures
May 24, 2026
04:05 pm
What's the storyIndia's fuel demand growth is expected to slow down significantly in the second half of 2026.
The slowdown is mainly due to government-led conservation measures, high crude oil prices, and a depreciating rupee.
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