Goa has emerged as the highest petrol-consuming state in India on a per capita basis, according to recent data linked to the Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell (PPAC).
The data shows that Goa consumes approximately 52.4 litres of petrol per day for every 100 people, nearly five times higher than the national average of 10.4 litres per 100 people per day.
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The coastal state has outpaced other high-consumption regions such as Puducherry, which recorded around 41 litres, and Chandigarh, where consumption stood at nearly 37.8 litres per 100 people per day.
Experts attribute Goa’s high fuel consumption primarily to its tourism-driven transportation pattern. Thousands of tourists visiting the state regularly depend on self-drive cars, rental scooters, taxis, and other private transport services to travel between beaches, hotels, restaurants, and popular tourist destinations, significantly increasing local fuel demand.
The state’s high vehicle density, extensive rental vehicle fleets, and widespread use of private vehicles have also contributed to the sharp rise in petrol consumption. Frequent short-distance travel, repeated vehicle starts and stops, and heavy traffic during weekends and holiday seasons further add to fuel usage.
The trend has drawn attention at a time when fuel conservation and responsible consumption of petrol and diesel are being widely discussed across the country amid global energy concerns and rising fuel demand.
