Current Petrol Prices in Koraput and Malkangiri: September 23, 2025 Update

 The price of fuel is a daily worry to commuters, businesses and people living in Odisha. The petrol price of Koraput and Malkangiri was stable on September 23, 2025, and it was a part of the general trend of stability in the area. budget and evaluate the economic effects to the local communities.

Current Petrol Prices

Koraput: ₹102.59 per litre

This is a slight decline of 102.63 on the last day. 

Malkangiri: ₹102.58 per litre

The price has not shown any change with the yesterday price. 

Price Discrimination Factors.

1. Global Crude Oil Prices

The oil market in the world has a great influence on the domestic fuel prices. Crude oil rates can be changed because of the fluctuations of the prices presented by geopolitical tensions, the lack of balance in the supply and demand processes, or the policy chosen by the biggest oil-producing nations.

2. Exchange Rates

India relies on significant imports of its crude oil. Thus, the exchange rate of Indian Rupee to the US Dollar has a central role. A depreciated rupee will result in a more expensive import price and this may culminate in increased fuel prices.

3. State Taxes and Levies

India has Value Added Tax (VAT) and other taxations on fuel per state. VAT on petrol is paid to Odisha and any fluctuations on these taxes may directly impact on the retail prices.

4. Costs of Transportation and Distribution.

Transportation of fuel to remote regions such as Koraput and Malkangiri is another expense. These costs are affected by the road conditions, proximity to refineries, and quality of infrastructure.

Historical Price Trends

Over the past week:

Koraput: It has been changing between 102.59 and 102.63, which shows that there are only slight changes in the prices every day.

Malkangiri: Fuel prices have been fairly stable with only slight fluctuations, 102.58-102.63litres.

These trends indicate that the fuel pricing in the two districts is stable.

Impact on Local Communities

1. Commuters

Daily commuters will be sensitive to fluctuations in the price of fuel, even at the monthly budgets. Predictability of the prices is achieved by having stable prices, which is helpful in financial planning.

2. Businesses

It is also sensitive to changes in fuel prices because of local businesses, particularly, transportation-dependent businesses. The fuel costs are stable which can be used to ensure the cost of operation remains steady.

3. Agriculture

In the countryside fuel is critical to power irrigation pumps and transportation of produce. Predictably fuel prices mean that the agricultural activities are not interfered at the last minute by the sudden hikes in the costs.

Looking Ahead

Although the present tendencies are showing stability, there is need to keep an eye on the global oil markets, exchange rates and state policies as these can cause differences in prices in the future.

Conclusion

By September 23, 2025, petrol prices in Koraput and Malkangiri will be fairly stable and it gives a certain degree of predictability to residents of these areas and the businesses. Nonetheless, there is need to remain vigilant, to be able to predict and adjust to any future changes in fuel prices dynamics.