Islamabad: A recent survey by Gallup & Gilani Pakistan reveals that 73% of adult Pakistanis are significantly affected by the current petrol prices, impacting their household expenses greatly, while an additional 14% report being somewhat affected.

According to Gilani Research Foundation, the survey sampled a representative group of 859 adults across Pakistan, highlighting that 87% of respondents feel the financial strain of petrol prices, which have risen to approximately Rs. 394 per liter. The findings indicate that the impact is more severe among younger individuals under 30, with 93% reporting financial effects, compared to 85% of those aged 30-50, and 77% of those aged over 50. Women are also more likely to report being affected by the high prices, at 90% compared to 85% of men.

The survey employed telephonic interviews conducted over a week in October 2026, with an error margin of ±2-3% at a 95% confidence level. These findings underscore the widespread economic challenges posed by rising fuel costs in Pakistan.