Fuel Prices Surge Again: Residents Demand Control Measures

New Delhi, May 25: Fuel prices in India have seen another increase, with petrol rising by ₹2.61 per liter and diesel by ₹2.71 per liter on Monday. This marks the fourth hike in just ten days, intensifying the financial strain on the general public, particularly the middle class.

At petrol stations in Delhi, residents expressed their frustration over the rising costs. Many believe that these continuous price hikes are directly impacting their budgets and daily lives.

One individual stated, “The rising prices are affecting us. I feel they will continue to increase. There needs to be some control; otherwise, we will face serious issues. Some things we can manage, but the government must step in as well.”

Another person noted, “Work has decreased, yet petrol prices keep climbing. We usually spend ₹300 on fuel daily, but business is down because customers are unwilling to pay that much, and companies are lowering their rates. It’s becoming increasingly expensive, and the middle class is suffering greatly.”

A taxi driver added, “The continuous rise in petrol and diesel prices is directly affecting the common man. Recently, taxi drivers protested. While fares are increasing, earnings are not. The government and relevant departments need to take immediate, concrete steps to control this inflation. The situation suggests that prices will rise further.”

In the past ten days, this is the fourth increase in fuel prices, adding to the economic burden on ordinary people, travelers, and the transportation sector. Before the latest hike, petrol was priced at ₹99.51 per liter and diesel at ₹92.49 per liter in Delhi. Now, petrol has reached ₹102.12 per liter and diesel ₹95.20 per liter.

Previously, on May 23, state-owned oil companies raised petrol prices by ₹0.87 per liter and diesel by ₹0.91 per liter. This increase comes amid rising global crude oil prices, with the latest hike being the fourth in ten days. On May 15, oil companies began gradually passing on the increased energy costs to consumers due to ongoing conflicts in West Asia.