Congress Criticizes Modi Government for Recent Fuel Price Hikes
'Fleecing its own citizens': Congress slams Modi govt for petrol, diesel price increase by Rs 5 in 9 days
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The Congress party has condemned Prime Minister Narendra Modi for increasing petrol and diesel prices by ₹5 in just nine days, labeling him 'Mehengai Man' Modi. The latest hikes come as the government seeks to offset losses from rising global crude prices, raising petrol to ₹99.51 and diesel to ₹92.49 per litre in New Delhi.
- 01The Congress party accused the Modi government of prioritizing oil companies over citizens' welfare.
- 02Petrol prices in New Delhi increased by ₹0.87 to ₹99.51 per litre, while diesel prices rose by ₹0.91 to ₹92.49 per litre.
- 03The fuel price hikes are the third increase within a 10-day period.
- 04CNG prices also increased by ₹1 per kg effective May 23.
- 05The Congress party's criticism highlights a broader concern about rising living costs amid global inflation.
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In a recent escalation of fuel prices, the Congress party has sharply criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi, dubbing him 'Mehengai Man' Modi for raising petrol and diesel prices by ₹5 within just nine days. On Saturday, petrol prices in New Delhi rose by ₹0.87 to reach ₹99.51 per litre, while diesel prices increased by ₹0.91 to ₹92.49 per litre. This marks the third price hike in the month, prompting Congress to accuse the Modi government of prioritizing the profits of oil companies over the welfare of ordinary citizens. The party's statement emphasized that while governments globally are providing relief to their citizens, the Indian government is 'fleecing' its people. Additionally, CNG prices saw an increase of ₹1 per kg starting May 23. The price hikes are attributed to efforts by state-run fuel retailers to mitigate losses from high global crude prices, exacerbated by ongoing conflicts in regions like Iran. The Congress party's strong condemnation reflects growing public concern over rising living costs amid inflationary pressures.
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The continuous rise in fuel prices is likely to increase transportation costs, impacting everyday expenses for citizens.
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