Himachal Pradesh has introduced a 60 paise per litre Widow and Orphan Cess on petrol and diesel, effective August 11, to fund welfare programs for widows and orphaned children.
The cess is 60 paise per liter on petrol and high-speed diesel
Aug 12, 2026
12:42 pm
What's the storyThe Himachal Pradesh government has introduced a new tax, the Widow and Orphan Cess, on petrol and high-speed diesel.
The cess, which is 60 paise per liter on petrol and high-speed diesel, came into effect from midnight on August 11.
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