New Delhi/Ukhrul, May 15, 2026: Leaders of the Indian National Congress on Friday criticised the Narendra Modi-led government over the latest increase in petrol and diesel prices, alleging that the hike was deliberately postponed until the completion of Assembly elections.
Earlier in the day, oil-marketing companies (OMCs) announced a ₹3 per litre increase in petrol and diesel prices across all variants amid pressure on fuel supplies caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia and concerns over mounting under-recoveries.
The revised prices apply to regular petrol and diesel as well as premium and high-octane fuel products. Following the latest revision, the price of regular petrol in Delhi has increased to ₹97.77 per litre from ₹94.77, while diesel now costs ₹90.67 per litre, up from ₹87.67 earlier.
Congress leaders alleged that the Centre avoided raising fuel prices during the election period to prevent public backlash and implemented the hike only after polling concluded. The opposition also questioned the government’s fuel pricing policy at a time when citizens are already facing rising living costs.
The price revision comes amid repeated statements from the government regarding the financial burden faced by OMCs due to high global crude oil prices. According to reports, the losses incurred by oil companies are estimated at nearly ₹1,000 crore per day. Last Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had urged citizens to reduce their consumption of petrol and diesel.
The hike has also impacted consumers in Manipur’s hill districts. In Ukhrul, petrol prices have risen to ₹103.03 per litre, while diesel is now retailing at ₹88.83 per litre after the ₹3 increase.
Residents and transport operators expressed concern over the sharp rise, saying the fuel price hike is likely to increase transportation charges and the cost of essential commodities in the district
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