Rahul Gandhi Criticizes Modi Government Over Recent Fuel Price Hike
Public paying price for Modi government’s mistake: Rahul on fuel hike
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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticized the Indian government's recent petrol and diesel price hike of ₹3 per litre, attributing it to mistakes made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's administration. This increase follows a significant rise in global crude oil prices due to the Iran conflict, marking the first fuel price hike in over four years.
- 01The petrol price in New Delhi has increased to ₹97.77 per litre, while diesel is now priced at ₹90.67 per litre.
- 02CNG prices in major cities like Delhi and Mumbai have risen by ₹2 per kg.
- 03The increase in fuel prices is the first in over four years, following a period of price stability despite rising global crude prices.
- 04Global crude oil prices have surged by over 50% since late February 2026 due to geopolitical tensions involving Iran.
- 05Opposition parties allege that the timing of the price hike is politically motivated, occurring after key state elections.
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On May 15, 2026, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi condemned the Indian government's decision to raise petrol and diesel prices by ₹3 per litre, marking the first increase in over four years. This price hike comes as state-run fuel retailers respond to soaring global crude oil prices, which have risen by over 50% since the onset of the Iran conflict. In New Delhi, petrol prices have reached ₹97.77 per litre, while diesel is now at ₹90.67 per litre. Additionally, CNG prices in cities like Delhi and Mumbai have increased by ₹2 per kg. Gandhi criticized the Modi administration, stating that the public will bear the consequences of its mistakes, and he suggested that further price increases may follow. The timing of the hike has drawn scrutiny from opposition parties, who argue that it is politically motivated, occurring after the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party's electoral victories in several states. This situation has raised concerns among consumers, who are now facing the highest fuel prices since May 2022.
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The fuel price hike will directly affect consumers in India, leading to increased transportation and living costs.
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