Kharge Criticizes Government for Hidden Economic Strain & Price Hike

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the government for obscuring the economy's state before assembly elections. His comments followed recent fuel price hikes. Kharge alleged that Prime Minister Modi concealed economic issues to avoid electoral losses, accusing the government of lacking foresight on inflation impacts on citizens.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 18-05-2026 12:43 IST | Created: 18-05-2026 12:43 IST
Kharge Criticizes Government for Hidden Economic Strain & Price Hike
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Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge lashed out at the government, alleging that it concealed the true state of the economy from voters before the assembly elections. His remarks came on the heels of a recent hike in CNG prices, the second increase in a single week.

Kharge accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of strategically timing petrol and diesel price surges to avoid losing voters, describing it as a lack of governmental foresight on economic issues. He expressed concern about inflation's effects on the nation's poorest citizens, who struggle to afford basic necessities.

In a strongly worded statement on social media, Kharge vowed that the Congress party would address these escalating economic concerns, highlighting the significant impact on the general populace after the election period.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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