TMC Criticizes BJP Over Fuel Price Hike and Broken Promises
The All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) has sharply criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the recent hike in fuel prices, accusing them of breaking election promises made to the people of West Bengal. In a pointed social media post, TMC questioned the BJP's commitment to its pre-election pledges and highlighted the discrepancies in fuel pricing between Delhi and Kolkata. The party's remarks come amid rising global crude oil prices due to geopolitical tensions in West Asia, raising concerns about the energy crisis. Despite these challenges, the central government asserts that India has adequate fuel reserves. Read on to explore the full details of this political clash.
| May 15, 2026, 15:51 IST
TMC's Strong Rebuttal to BJP's Fuel Policies
The All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday, criticizing the recent increase in fuel prices. The party accused the BJP of reneging on promises made during the elections under the new government in West Bengal. In a post on X, TMC targeted the BJP's leadership in West Bengal, questioning the fulfillment of pre-election commitments. The post read, 'What happened to your promise?! It's absurd that Suvendu Adhikari is starting to backtrack on his commitments to the people of Bengal! Isn't it time for action now?'
TMC also highlighted the rising costs of petrol and diesel, comparing prices in Delhi and Kolkata while alleging inconsistencies in governance claims. The party stated that the prices for MS (petrol) are as follows (in rupees per liter): Delhi 97.77 (+3.00), Kolkata 108.74 (+3.29). For HSD (diesel), the prices are: Delhi 90.67 (+3.00), Kolkata 95.13 (+3.11). The post described this situation as a failure of governance, directly attacking the BJP's governance model with the phrase 'Double Engine, Double Jumla.'
This increase follows a nationwide rise of 3 rupees per liter in petrol and diesel prices on Friday. In New Delhi, the price of petrol surged from 94.77 to 97.77 rupees per liter, while diesel rose from 87.67 to 90.67 rupees per liter. This hike is attributed to escalating concerns over a global energy crisis due to ongoing conflicts in West Asia. Geopolitical tensions, particularly the conflict that began on February 28 between the USA-Israel and Iran, have disrupted global crude oil supplies, pushing Brent crude prices above 100 dollars per barrel.
After disruptions and blockades near the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most crucial maritime oil trade routes, the situation has worsened. Several West Asian countries involved in the conflict are major global fuel suppliers. Despite the rising global crude oil prices, the central government maintains that India has sufficient fuel reserves and that there is no shortage of petroleum products in the country.