Tezzbuzz Desk – National Convenor of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Arvind Kejriwal Has targeted the central government over the rising prices of petrol and diesel. He said that when there has been a huge fall in the prices of crude oil in the international market, its benefits should also reach the general public.
Kejriwal claimed that the price of crude oil in the international market is around Rs. Decrease from $ 115 per barrel to $ 70 per barrel But despite this, the expected reduction in the prices of petrol and diesel in the country has not been done.
‘The price of petrol should be Rs 82 per litre’
Arvind Kejriwal said that in the current situation the prices of petrol should be reduced. He claimed that according to his calculations the price of petrol was around Rs 82 per liter Should be and if E20 fuel is included in it then this price can be further reduced.
He said that diesel prices should also be reduced, because this will have a direct impact on inflation and will provide relief to the common people.
‘The government talks about losses, but what about profits?’
Kejriwal raised questions on the central government and said that even when the prices of crude oil came down, the prices of petrol and diesel were not cut.
He said the government often talks about compensating losses, but when crude oil prices had risen and companies had suffered losses, the profits made during low prices should also be taken into account.
Answer sought from auto companies regarding E20 fuel
Earlier, Arvind Kejriwal had written a letter to 29 automobile companies regarding E20 ethanol blended fuel. He has sought answers from the companies regarding its impact on the mileage of vehicles and engine safety.
Kejriwal sent separate letters to companies like Maruti Suzuki India, Toyota Kirloskar Motor and Hero MotoCorp, while other auto companies have also been asked for their opinion regarding E20 fuel. He has asked the companies to reply within seven days.
Also targeted regarding waterlogging in Delhi
Kejriwal also attacked the government over the problem of waterlogging in Delhi during monsoon. He said that the condition of roads in the capital has deteriorated and the problem of waterlogging is being seen at many places.
Giving the example of Minto Bridge, he said that the place whose pictures are shown again and again, was repaired during the tenure of his government. Kejriwal alleged that the situation in Delhi has worsened during the one year tenure of the present government.
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