‘BJP loot diwas’: Congress slams price hike of essential commodities

The Congress on Wednesday (April 1, 2026) launched a scathing attack on the government over the rise in prices of certain essential commodities, alleging that the Modi government has completely "destroyed" the country's strategic and economic policies.

LPG and fuel crisis LIVE on April 1, 2026 Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said while the common citizens are hoping for relief, the BJP leadership remains entirely focused on "looting the public and plundering the nation amidst this crisis".

In a post in Hindi on X, Mr. Kharge said, "The Modi government has completely dismantled the country's strategic and economic policies - a direct consequence of which is now being borne by 1. 4 billion Indians.

" Starting today, the prices of several essential daily commodities are set to rise, he said in a post in Hindi on X. "Commercial LPG Cylinder prices skyrocket, while supplies hit rock bottom. From the cost of tea at roadside eateries...

to a severe adverse impact on the Mid-Day Meal scheme. Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) gets costlier. Air travel - once made accessible to the common man - has now become an elusive dream; The government has even lifted the price cap.

"Over 900 essential medicines become more expensive; healthcare costs have surged further; prices of coronary stents have gone up; you will have to pay higher Toll Taxes; 'highway robbery' is in full swing; speed post charges have also seen a 34% hike: severe impact on plastic goods, steel, and ceramics; PVC pipes for farmers have become more expensive; Bitumen prices have risen by up to 50%; the construction sector faces immense pressure," Mr.

Kharge said.

At a time when the common citizens, farmers, labourers, and MSME industries remain in the hope of relief, the BJP leadership - while grossly ignoring their plight - remains entirely focused on looting the public and plundering the nation amidst this crisis, Mr.