In Delhi, demands have intensified from auto and taxi unions for an increase in fares following a rise in CNG prices. The Delhi Auto Rickshaw Association and taxi unions have urged authorities, including Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, to immediately revise fare structures, citing increased operational costs. A formal letter has also been submitted seeking urgent approval for fare adjustments. Meanwhile, the issue of rising fuel prices has triggered a strong political debate. Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi criticized the central government on social media platform X, alleging that fuel price hikes are burdening citizens and predicting further increases after elections. He accused the government of being responsible for repeated fuel price rises. Similarly, Akhilesh Yadav also took a swipe at the Centre, using a social media post to highlight inflation concerns and political alternatives. In response, BJP leaders defended the price situation by comparing fuel cost increases in India with higher global rates in other countries. The ongoing debate highlights rising political tensions over inflation and transport costs, with opposition criticism expected to continue in the coming days.

