Arvind Kejriwal questions Centre over rising petrol and diesel prices in India, urges import of cheaper crude oil from Russia and Iran amid fuel inflation debate.
A sharp and continuous rise in petrol and diesel prices across India has intensified political debate, with opposition leaders raising serious concerns over the government’s fuel import strategy. In the past two weeks, fuel prices have been revised multiple times, leading to a significant burden on consumers.
Aam Aadmi Party national convener Arvind Kejriwal has questioned the central government over why India is not importing cheaper crude oil from countries such as Russia and Iran.
Kejriwal Questions Import Policy
In a social media post on platform X, Arvind Kejriwal asked why India is avoiding affordable oil imports despite availability from countries willing to supply at lower rates.
He argued that the current import strategy is increasing financial pressure on ordinary citizens who are already struggling with rising inflation.
In a video message, he claimed that petrol and diesel prices have increased by nearly ₹7.5 to ₹8 per litre in the last 10–15 days.
तेल के दाम फिर बढ़ गए। हम फिर भी रूस और ईरान से सस्ता तेल नहीं ले रहे। मोदी जी की ऐसी क्या मजबूरी है? pic.twitter.com/kmwMWd5Dqy
— Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) May 25, 2026
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Public Burden Increases Due to Fuel Inflation
The continuous rise in fuel prices has directly impacted daily life, especially for transport operators and middle-class households. Increased fuel costs have led to higher transportation and logistics expenses across sectors.
Reports suggest that a large section of the public supports sourcing cheaper oil from global suppliers like Russia and Iran to reduce domestic fuel prices.
Fuel Prices Rise in Major Cities
Fuel prices have surged across major Indian cities. In Delhi, petrol prices have crossed ₹102 per litre, while diesel rates have also increased significantly. Metropolitan cities such as Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai have also witnessed sharp hikes.
Additionally, Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) prices in Delhi have crossed ₹81 per kg, further adding to commuting costs for daily passengers and commercial transport services.
Global Market Volatility Behind Price Rise
Energy experts attribute the rising fuel prices to fluctuations in global crude oil markets and ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia. These factors have created instability in international oil supply and pricing.
Political Debate Intensifies
The ongoing fuel price hike has reignited debate between the opposition and the government regarding India’s import strategy. While opposition leaders argue that cheaper oil options are available, the government cites global market volatility as the primary reason for rising prices.
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