Refinery Controversy: Gehlot Challenges Sharma on Modi's Role

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma's claim about Prime Minister Modi granting the state a 26% share in the HPCL-Rajasthan oil refinery sparked backlash. Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot refuted this, citing 2013 agreements, and accused Sharma of diverting attention from delays and a recent fire at the site.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Jaipur | Updated: 22-04-2026 23:08 IST | Created: 22-04-2026 23:08 IST
Refinery Controversy: Gehlot Challenges Sharma on Modi's Role
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Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has sparked controversy by crediting Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the state's 26% stake in the HPCL-Rajasthan oil refinery project.

Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot refuted Sharma's claims, asserting that the stake was determined during a 2013 agreement, and accused Sharma of making misleading statements.

Addressing public concerns, Gehlot emphasized the need for factual accuracy and transparency, especially following a fire incident that postponed the refinery's inauguration.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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