Chandigarh: Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema and senior leaders of the Aam Aadmi Party strongly criticized the BJP-led central government over the recent Petrol Diesel Price Hike across the country.
According to AAP leaders, repeated fuel price increases during the last ten days have pushed petrol and diesel prices up by nearly ₹8 per litre. Consequently, farmers, transporters, traders, and middle-class families now face greater financial pressure.
AAP Targets BJP Over Rising Fuel Prices
At the outset, Harpal Singh Cheema accused the BJP-led central government of failing to control inflation.
During a press conference in Chandigarh, he stated that the continuous Petrol Diesel Price Hike has exposed the government’s inability to provide economic relief to ordinary citizens. Furthermore, AAP leaders claimed that while inflation continues to rise, the central government is allegedly favoring large corporate houses at the cost of common people.
As a result, public anger over increasing fuel prices has intensified in several sectors.
Fuel Prices Increased Four Times in Ten Days
Meanwhile, Cheema shared detailed figures regarding the recent fuel price revisions.
According to him, petrol prices increased by ₹3.29 per litre on May 15. Later, prices rose again by ₹0.96 on May 19, ₹0.94 on May 23, and ₹2.87 on May 25. Consequently, the total increase in petrol prices reportedly reached ₹8.06 per litre within just ten days.
Similarly, diesel prices also witnessed repeated hikes. Cheema stated that diesel prices increased by ₹3.11 per litre on May 15, followed by ₹0.94 on May 19, ₹0.95 on May 23, and ₹2.80 on May 25. Therefore, the overall Petrol Diesel Price Hike has become a major political issue.
Farmers Face Major Impact During Paddy Season
Moreover, Harpal Singh Cheema highlighted the impact on farmers during the ongoing paddy sowing season.
He explained that farmers heavily depend on diesel for tractors, irrigation systems, and agricultural machinery. Consequently, rising diesel prices directly increase farming expenses. According to AAP leaders, farmers expected support during the cultivation season. However, they now face additional financial burdens because of higher fuel costs.
As a result, concerns are growing among farming communities across Punjab.
Transport and Essential Goods May Become Costlier
In addition, AAP leaders warned that the Petrol Diesel Price Hike could trigger further inflation across the country. They stated that transport costs would likely increase due to expensive diesel, which could eventually raise the prices of essential goods and daily-use items.
Furthermore, traders and transporters may pass the additional fuel expenses to consumers, increasing pressure on middle-class households.
Therefore, opposition parties continue demanding immediate intervention from the central government.
AAP Calls Fuel Hike Anti-People Decision
Meanwhile, Cheema described the repeated fuel price increases as an anti-people decision. He alleged that instead of providing relief during rising inflation, the BJP government is increasing the burden on ordinary citizens.
Moreover, he stated that laborers, traders, transport operators, and working families are struggling because of the growing cost of fuel and essential commodities. Consequently, the issue is expected to remain a major political talking point in the coming days.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the ongoing Petrol Diesel Price Hike has intensified political confrontation between the Aam Aadmi Party and the BJP-led central government. Therefore, concerns over inflation, farming costs, and transport expenses continue to dominate public discussion across the country.
Key Points of the News
- Firstly, AAP criticized the Centre over the Petrol Diesel Price Hike.
- Secondly, fuel prices reportedly increased nearly ₹8 in 10 days.
- Moreover, Harpal Singh Cheema accused BJP of burdening citizens.
- In addition, farmers may face higher costs during paddy season.
- Finally, AAP claimed transport and essential goods prices may rise further.
