Fuel price story is again back in Maharashtra and honestly,common people are already stretched from all sides . Now Jayant Patil,a senior leader of Nationalist Congress Party (SP) and former State Finance Minister,has asked Maharashtra government to waive Value Added Tax (VAT) and surcharges on petrol and diesel.
And he has written formal letter to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on May 28 . His main point is simple only — when everything is becoming costly,government should at least reduce tax burden on fuel so people get some breathing space .
Patil said continuous rise in fuel prices is putting unbearable pressure on average citizen . He also linked this whole situation to ongoing conflict in Gulf region,which according to him is adding more economic instability across India,including Maharashtra .
His words were very direct: "Inflation has skyrocketed; the prices of edible oil, vegetables,and essential commodities have witnessed a massive surge, directly impacting common man." And honestly,this line will connect with many households because grocery bills are not small thing ah.
Few things standing out here:
- Petrol prices have surged by ₹2.61 per litre,while diesel prices rose by ₹2.71 per litre.
- In Mumbai,petrol is priced at ₹111.12 per litre and diesel at ₹96.86 per litre.
- Government is monitoring fuel supply distribution to check hoarding and ensure availability.
But Patil also criticized Union government for repeated hikes in fuel prices . He said proactive leadership is needed during this crisis and urged Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to act quickly so citizens get some relief.
At same time,tax structure is also part of problem . VAT and surcharges are levied across Maharashtra,especially in urban centers like Mumbai,Thane,and Navi Mumbai,where daily travel itself becomes expensive when petrol and diesel keep moving up .
Meanwhile,Chief Minister Fadnavis has said there is sharp increase in regional fuel consumption . Government has increased petrol distribution by 23% and diesel by 52% to stabilize demand in market . Akola has reported 154% increase,which is honestly quite alarming.
Officials are also checking difference between commercial and retail fuel supply so fuel reaches agricultural and consumer sectors properly . But bigger question is still hanging there — if prices keep rising and taxes remain same,how much more can common people adjust…
