Rahul Gandhi Criticizes Modi Government's Handling of LPG Crisis
LPG crisis handled like COVID, poor burdened: Rahul Gandhi attacks PM
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Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the government's management of rising LPG prices, claiming it has severely impacted poor and migrant workers. He linked the crisis to broader economic failures and announced welfare measures during a rally in Puducherry ahead of upcoming elections.
- 01Rahul Gandhi blames the Modi government for rising LPG prices affecting the poor.
- 02He compares the government's handling of the LPG crisis to its COVID-19 response.
- 03Gandhi highlights the economic distress faced by migrant workers and laborers.
- 04During a rally in Puducherry, he announced various welfare measures for unemployed youth.
- 05Polling in Puducherry is set for April 9, with results on May 4.
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Rahul Gandhi (Congress MP and Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha) has sharply criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the escalating prices of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), claiming that the government's handling of the crisis mirrors its approach to the COVID-19 pandemic. He stated that the rising costs have left poor and migrant workers struggling, with many unable to afford cooking gas. Gandhi emphasized the plight of laborers, stating that those who contribute significantly to industries are now facing severe hardships. He linked the LPG crisis to broader economic policy failures, accusing the government of arrogance and negligence. During a rally in Puducherry, he proposed several welfare measures, including ₹2,000 (approximately $24 USD) monthly assistance for unemployed youth and the creation of 30,000 jobs. The upcoming elections in Puducherry are scheduled for April 9, with votes being counted on May 4.
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The proposed welfare measures aim to alleviate the economic burden on unemployed youth and address rising unemployment in Puducherry.
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