Chennai: Political leaders in Tamil Nadu have strongly condemned the recent increase in the price of domestic LPG cylinders, urging the Union government to withdraw the hike. The price of a 14.2-kg LPG cylinder was raised from ₹928 to ₹957, marking the second increase in three months after a ₹60 hike in March.
Leaders Speak Out
Tamil Nadu Congress Committee (TNCC) president K Selvaperunthagai expressed his disapproval on social media, stating, "At a time when people suffer from inflation, unemployment, and economic crisis, this additional burden can't be accepted. Those who came to power promising security of life are making people's daily lives even more difficult."
Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) president Anbumani Ramadoss also took to X (formerly Twitter) to voice his concerns. He said, "The Union government and oil companies should bear the financial burden arising from the global price hike for some more time and should protect the people."
Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) general secretary Premallatha Vijayakanth issued a statement highlighting the cascading effect of the LPG price increase. She noted that people are already burdened by inflation and rising prices of essential items, and the LPG hike will further exacerbate their difficulties.
Impact on Common People
The price hike comes at a time when households are already grappling with high inflation and unemployment. The repeated increases in LPG prices add to the financial strain on families, forcing them to spend more on basic cooking fuel. Leaders across party lines have called for immediate government intervention to roll back the hike and ease the burden on citizens.
