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Rahul Gandhi warns petrol diesel could surge after April 29 as govt denies plans to hike
Politics
Published on 28 April 2026
A top official says no hike is planned
Rahul Gandhi has predicted petrol and diesel prices will rise after April 29, alleging the government is profiteering while global oil prices stay lower. But a senior government official rejects the claim, saying there is no plan to increase fuel prices. Retail petrol and diesel rates, the official adds, have remained steady for about four years despite higher crude costs.
- Rahul Gandhi forecasts a post April 29 fuel price increase
- He alleges government profiteering amid low global oil prices
- A senior official denies any planned hike
- Retail fuel prices have reportedly stayed stable for four years
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