Petroleum products worth Rs. 72.28 billion entered Nepal through the Birgunj customs point in the first five months of FY 2025/26, reflecting steady growth in fuel trade. The Birgunj Customs Office reported that imports of five different petroleum products during this period contributed Rs. 30.25 billion to government revenue.
Officials said revenue collection has strengthened alongside higher import volumes. Compared to the same period last fiscal year, revenue increased by 6.42 percent, or Rs. 1.83 billion, while petroleum imports previously stood at Rs. 69.15 billion. Diesel remained the most imported product, with imports valued at Rs. 35.31 billion during the review period.
