D K Shivakumar Criticizes BJP for Price Increases and Advocates Congress Guarantees
DK Shivakumar slams BJP over price hikes, hails Congress guarantees

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D K Shivakumar, Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka, condemned the BJP for rising prices and emphasized the Congress government's efforts to alleviate financial burdens through guarantee schemes. He announced upcoming protests against the central government's policies and criticized the BJP's handling of inflation and taxes.
- 01Shivakumar highlighted that fuel prices have increased significantly, with petrol rising from ₹71 to ₹110 and diesel from ₹56 to ₹99 under the current government.
- 02He accused the BJP of 'daylight robbery' regarding fuel taxes, stating the central government collects ₹1,000 crore daily.
- 03Protests against price hikes are planned for March 30 across all district headquarters in Karnataka.
- 04Shivakumar criticized the Prime Minister's advice to reduce cooking oil use as unrealistic and disconnected from the public's struggles.
- 05He expressed confidence that the Congress party would win 136 seats in the 2028 elections, despite the BJP's claims.
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D K Shivakumar, the Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka and President of the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC), criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for exacerbating financial hardships through significant price hikes. He stated that the Congress government's guarantee schemes are vital for alleviating these burdens, which have been recognized nationally and even by the United Nations. Shivakumar pointed out that the central government has raised fuel prices dramatically, with petrol and diesel costs increasing significantly over recent months. He accused the BJP of extorting citizens through high taxes and announced plans for protests against these price hikes, set for March 30 at district headquarters. Additionally, he emphasized the Congress's commitment to addressing livelihood issues rather than engaging in divisive politics. He also mentioned ongoing reviews of guarantee beneficiaries and criticized the central government for delays in rice distribution. Looking ahead to the 2028 elections, Shivakumar expressed optimism about Congress's prospects, asserting they would secure a majority.
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The rising fuel prices and inflation directly affect the cost of living for residents in Karnataka.
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