The Congress party launched a scathing attack on the central government over the recent hike in excise duty on petrol, diesel, and LPG cylinders. Accusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi of being the “inflation man,” the party criticized the government for burdening the public with increased fuel prices during a time of economic uncertainty marked by a stock market downturn. Despite a significant 41% decrease in international crude oil prices since May 2014, the government’s decision to raise excise duty has drawn sharp criticism. The Congress party highlighted the disparity between falling global oil prices and the increase in fuel costs for Indian consumers. This move has sparked widespread outrage and fueled debates on the government’s economic policies. The opposition party’s criticism underscores growing concerns over the impact of rising fuel prices on the common man and the overall economy. The political showdown over fuel prices has intensified, with opposition parties demanding a rollback of the excise duty hike to provide relief to the public. The government’s decision to increase fuel prices has reignited debates on economic management and public welfare, setting the stage for further political confrontation in the coming days.