EconomyActivePosted by Admin Team · 10d ago

Rising Fuel Prices – Who Bears the Real Burden?

Petrol and diesel prices have remained elevated across major cities, with petrol crossing ₹105/litre in several states after state tax revisions. Opposition parties blame central taxes that constitute nearly 55% of the pump price, while the government points to global crude oil market volatility. The burden on the middle class and transporters is significant.

#Fuel#Taxation#Economy#Inflation

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Comments (2)

Amit Kumar10d ago

Central excise on petrol is ₹19.90/litre and states add another ₹20-30. Together that's 40-50% of the pump price. This is essentially a tax on mobility.

Rahul Sharma10d ago

I understand the revenue need but there should be a cap. Auto-rickshaw and truck drivers are being squeezed the most. Their income hasn't grown but fuel cost is up 40% in 5 years.

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