Congress Criticizes PM Modi Over Recent Fuel Price Hike
'Vasooli Shuru': Congress Takes 'Mehngaai Man' Jab At PM Modi Over Petrol, Diesel Price Hike
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The Congress party has condemned the Indian government for increasing petrol and diesel prices by over ₹3 per litre, branding Prime Minister Narendra Modi as 'Mehngaai Man' (Inflation Man). With petrol now priced at ₹97.77 and diesel at ₹90.67, Congress leaders argue this will exacerbate inflation and burden the common people.
- 01Petrol prices increased by ₹3.14 to ₹97.77 per litre, diesel by ₹3.11 to ₹90.67.
- 02Congress labels PM Modi as 'Mehngaai Man' for the price hikes.
- 03The price increase is seen as a response to the end of elections.
- 04Congress leaders claim this will lead to further inflation, projected near 6% this financial year.
- 05BJP defends the price hike, stating India has managed fuel costs better than other countries.
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On May 15, 2026, the Indian government raised petrol prices by ₹3.14 to ₹97.77 per litre, and diesel prices by ₹3.11 to ₹90.67. The Congress party criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi, dubbing him 'Mehngaai Man' for the hike, which they claim will burden the common people and exacerbate inflation, projected to reach 6% this financial year. Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge attributed the crisis to the Modi government's leadership failures, while Jairam Ramesh highlighted the impact of international oil prices on domestic inflation. In defense, BJP leaders emphasized that India has limited fuel price increases compared to other countries experiencing hikes of up to 100% due to global tensions. The fuel price rise follows a volatile period in the global crude oil market, particularly influenced by the ongoing conflict in West Asia.
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The increase in fuel prices is expected to raise transportation costs, which could lead to higher prices for goods and services, affecting everyday consumers.
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