Ministers, Congress leaders criticise gas price hike

Congress leaders in Karnataka have criticized the Union government for the recent hike in domestic cooking gas prices. Ministers argue that the price increase places an undue burden on the poor and middle class, while accusing the BJP of mismanagement.
Why it matters
Rising fuel and utility costs are significant political issues that impact inflation and public sentiment toward the ruling government.
Some Ministers and Congress leaders have criticised the Union government over the hike in domestic gas cylinder prices.
The article focuses heavily on the criticisms leveled by Congress party members against the BJP-led central government.
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