LDF Walks Out of Kerala Assembly Over Fuel Price Hike
Kerala Assembly: LDF walks out, slams govt over rising fuel prices
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Pinarayi Vijayan, the Leader of the Opposition in Kerala, led a walkout by the Left Democratic Front (LDF) in the Legislative Assembly, criticizing the United Democratic Front (UDF) government for not addressing rising fuel prices and inflation adequately. Vijayan highlighted the severe impact on various sectors and demanded action from the state government.
- 01Pinarayi Vijayan accused the UDF government of failing to facilitate a meaningful discussion on inflation and fuel prices.
- 02Petrol prices in Kerala have surged from ₹33.90 in 2004 to ₹115.49 currently, exacerbating the cost-of-living crisis.
- 03The rising fuel costs are significantly impacting agriculture, transportation, and the hospitality sector in Kerala.
- 04Vijayan called for the state government to advocate for a rollback of recent excise duty increases imposed by the Centre.
- 05The walkout occurred during the 16th Kerala Legislative Assembly session, following the election of UDF leader Shanimol Osman as Deputy Speaker.
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During a session of the Kerala Legislative Assembly, Pinarayi Vijayan, the Leader of the Opposition, led a walkout by members of the Left Democratic Front (LDF) in protest against the United Democratic Front (UDF) government's handling of rising fuel prices and inflation. Vijayan criticized Chief Minister VD Satheesan for not adequately addressing the issue during a debate on inflation, stating that the government's response was insufficient. He highlighted the dramatic increase in petrol prices, which rose from ₹33.90 in 2004 to ₹115.49 today, attributing this surge to global conflicts and ineffective fuel pricing policies by the central government. The rising fuel costs have severely affected key sectors such as agriculture, transportation, and hospitality, with many businesses struggling to cope. Vijayan urged the state government to push for a rollback of recent excise duty hikes, emphasizing that ordinary citizens are bearing the brunt of inflation. The walkout was a clear signal of the opposition's dissatisfaction with the government's approach to this pressing issue.
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The rising fuel prices are contributing to a cost-of-living crisis in Kerala, affecting various sectors and ordinary citizens.
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