Bilkul Bazaar
Bilkul Bazaar
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), a Fortune Global 500 company and a Maharatna PSU, continued to support Gujarat’s growing mobility and economic activity during May 2026, recording strong growth in both Petrol (Motor Spirit) and Diesel (High-Speed Diesel) sales across the state.
As one of India’s most industrialised and economically vibrant states, Gujarat’s energy requirements are closely linked with activity across manufacturing clusters, ports, logistics corridors, urban centres and expanding transportation networks. BPCL’s performance during the month reflected this continued momentum, with demand remaining strong across both passenger and commercial fuel segments.
During May 2026, BPCL’s Petrol sales in Gujarat reached 66,526.53 MT, compared to 58,813.64 MT during the corresponding period last year, registering a growth of 13.11%. Diesel sales recorded an even stronger performance, rising to 177,472.09 MT from 144,378.10 MT in May 2025, reflecting a growth of 22.92%.
Ahmedabad, the state’s largest commercial and consumption centre, recorded Petrol (MS) sales of 9,843.07 MT, compared to 8,945.73 MT during the corresponding period last year, registering a growth of 10.03%. Diesel (HSD) sales increased to 11,382.37 MT from 10,392.02 MT, marking an increase of 9.53%.
Vadodara witnessed one of the strongest performances among major markets in the state. Petrol sales rose to 6,471.94 MT from 5,151.16 MT, registering a growth of 25.64%, while Diesel sales climbed to 13,951.93 MT from 9,238.23 MT, marking an increase of 51.02%.
In Gandhinagar, Petrol sales stood at 2,014.17 MT compared to 1,734.94 MT during May 2025, registering a growth of 16.09%. Diesel sales increased to 3,552.89 MT from 3,200.00 MT, marking an increase of 11.03%.
Jamnagar recorded Petrol sales of 1,344.08 MT, compared to 1,143.16 MT in the corresponding period last year, registering a growth of 17.58%. Diesel sales rose to 4,698.76 MT from 3,304.96 MT, marking an increase of 42.17%.
In Rajkot, Petrol sales increased to 4,697.51 MT from 3,861.19 MT, registering a growth of 21.66%, while Diesel sales grew to 10,041.46 MT from 7,380.92 MT, marking an increase of 36.05%.
Kutch emerged as a key growth centre for commercial fuel demand. Petrol sales reached 1,826.55 MT compared to 1,560.21 MT during May 2025, registering a growth of 17.07%. Diesel sales surged to 15,135.65 MT from 9,377.87 MT, marking a robust increase of 61.4%, the highest among the major markets covered.
Meanwhile, Surat, one of Gujarat’s leading manufacturing and commercial hubs, recorded Petrol sales of 7,854.19 MT compared to 6,997.05 MT in the corresponding period last year, registering a growth of 12.25%. Diesel sales increased to 16,143.20 MT from 15,032.01 MT, marking an increase of 7.39%.
A BPCL spokesperson said, “The strong growth witnessed across Gujarat reflects the state’s dynamic economic landscape and rising mobility requirements. BPCL remains committed to ensuring seamless fuel availability through its extensive supply chain, retail network and logistics infrastructure. We continue to focus on delivering reliable energy access to consumers, businesses and industries across the state while supporting Gujarat’s growth journey.”
BPCL’s retail network across Gujarat continued to operate smoothly during the month, supported by efficient inventory management, regular replenishment cycles and a robust distribution ecosystem. The Company’s integrated supply chain ensured uninterrupted fuel availability across urban centres, industrial clusters, logistics hubs and highway corridors.
With a strong presence across the state and a continued focus on operational excellence, BPCL remains committed to supporting Gujarat’s evolving energy needs while powering mobility, commerce and economic activity across the region.