Fuel Prices Rise Across India Amid Iran War, Public Reacts To ₹3 Hike

Petrol and diesel prices were increased by Rs 3 per litre on Friday after weeks of central government trying to hold the line. The Modi government was hesitant to raise the fuel price as this increase will have a ripple effect. When fuel prices rise, prices of all other essential commodities increase in line. This put the country at the risk of inflation. So, what forced the hike?