Maharashtra Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule criticized the Congress party for what he termed as misleading remarks regarding the recent hikes in fuel prices. He defended the government's decision, attributing the increases to global market conditions rather than domestic mismanagement. The latest fuel price adjustments mark the fourth increase in less than two weeks, with petrol in Delhi now priced at ₹102.12 per litre and diesel at ₹95.20 per litre. Similar hikes have occurred in other metropolitan areas, including Mumbai and Kolkata, where petrol prices have reached ₹111.21 and ₹113.51 per litre, respectively. Bawankule emphasized that the government understands public concerns but insists that these price changes are necessary given the ongoing geopolitical tensions and volatility in global crude oil markets. Additionally, CNG prices in Delhi have also seen an increase, now costing ₹81.09 per kg, further impacting daily commuters and transport operators.