Congress MP Manish Tewari Criticizes Government Over Fuel Price Increases
Manish Tewari slams Centre over fuel price hike, cites mismanagement
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Congress MP Manish Tewari has criticized the Indian government for its handling of the economy, particularly regarding rising fuel prices. He highlighted a '3F Crisis' involving fuel, fertilizer, and foreign exchange, pointing out increased import dependence and inflation. Petrol prices in Delhi have now surpassed ₹100 per litre.
- 01Tewari accused the BJP-led government of gross economic mismanagement over the past 12 years.
- 02He noted that 88% of India's crude oil needs are now imported, contributing to rising fuel prices.
- 03Petrol prices in Delhi have risen to ₹102.12 per litre, while diesel costs ₹95.20 per litre.
- 04The Indian government has reduced excise duty on fuel, costing nearly ₹14,000 crore in tax revenue.
- 05Prime Minister Modi called for collective efforts to reduce dependence on imports amid global economic challenges.
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Congress MP Manish Tewari has sharply criticized the Indian government for its management of the economy, particularly regarding the recent hike in fuel prices. In a post on X, he highlighted a '3F Crisis'—fuel, fertilizer, and foreign exchange—asserting that the BJP-led government has exacerbated import dependence over the past 12 years. Tewari pointed out that petrol prices in Delhi have surged to ₹102.12 per litre, while diesel now costs ₹95.20 per litre. He emphasized that 88% of crude oil is imported, which has led to inflation and increased costs for consumers. In response, the government has reduced excise duties, sacrificing nearly ₹14,000 crore in tax revenue to mitigate the impact on citizens. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also urged collective action to lessen the burden on the economy, stressing the need to reduce reliance on imported goods as global supply chains face disruptions.
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The rise in fuel prices directly affects consumers in India, increasing transportation and living costs.
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