‘Inflation Man Modi strikes again’: Rahul Gandhi targets PM over fourth fuel price hike in 10 days
Rahul Gandhi has criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi over a recent fuel price hike, marking the fourth increase in just ten days. He accused the government of secretly burdening citizens while keeping prices stable during elections. The Congress leader warned that these hikes will continue to affect household budgets and the economy.
- ▪Rahul Gandhi labeled PM Modi as 'Inflation Man Modi' for the recent fuel price hikes.
- ▪The latest increase follows three previous hikes in a short span, raising concerns about economic impact.
- ▪Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge also condemned the government, stating that all sectors are suffering from the fuel price increases.
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‘Inflation Man Modi strikes again’: Rahul Gandhi targets PM over fourth fuel price hike in 10 daysHe claimed that while fuel prices were kept under control during elections, they are now being increased in instalments and will continue to rise further.Updated on: May 25, 2026 12:58 PM ISTANIShare viaCopy link Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Monday criticised the Central government over the fourth fuel price hike in 10 days, alleging that the government was "quietly fleecing" the pockets of citizens.Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi speaks during a meeting of the National Advisory Council of the AICC Minority Department at the Congress headquarters, in New Delhi.
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