First strike on gas, next on fuel: Rahul slams govt over commercial LPG price hike
The opposition has criticized the central government following a significant hike in commercial liquefied petroleum gas cylinder prices. The price of commercial cylinders has increased by nine hundred and ninety-three rupees, marking a substantial single-day jump, while domestic cylinder prices remain unchanged. The opposition highlighted that this hike, totaling an eighty-one percent increase over three months, places a financial burden on small businesses, including tea stalls, local eateries, and hotels. The opposition claims this price rise is an expected consequence following the conclusion of recent elections, framing it as an added cost for the common citizen. Furthermore, the opposition linked the economic situation to broader critiques of the ruling party, alleging mismanagement of foreign policy and undue influence from foreign leadership. The price hike has provided the opposition with renewed political ammunition to target the ruling coalition over inflation and economic policies affecting everyday…
1 May 10:31 · India Today