KTR Critiques Central Government for LPG Price Increase and US Tariffs Inaction
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Synopsis
K. T. Rama Rao of BRS criticizes the Central government for raising LPG prices despite falling global oil rates and remaining silent on the US tariffs. He warns of negative impacts on Telangana's economy, specifically on key sectors like pharmaceuticals and IT.
Key Takeaways
- KTR criticizes LPG price hike amidst falling oil rates.
- Concerns over rising costs of essential goods and transportation.
- Questions the BJP's promise of 'acche din'.
- US tariffs could severely impact Telangana's economy.
- Accusations of negative policies affecting state growth.
Hyderabad, April 8 (NationPress) K. T. Rama Rao, the working president of Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), has condemned the Central government for the recent increase in petroleum product prices and its lack of response regarding the tariffs set by the United States.
KTR pointed out that even with a decrease in global oil prices, the government has raised the cost of an LPG cylinder by Rs 50. He emphasized that rather than reducing prices, the government has chosen to elevate them.
Speaking to the media, KTR highlighted that this price hike will lead to a significant rise in the costs of essential commodities and transportation, adversely affecting the average citizen.
The BRS leader questioned whether these are the ‘acche din’ promised by the BJP, noting that while they pledge to decrease prices before elections, they raise them once in power.
The former minister accused the Union government of attempting to centralize funds through price hikes disguised as cesses instead of taxes.
“The increase in LPG cylinder prices by Rs 50, an additional Rs 2 excise duty on petrol and diesel, along with the loss of Rs 19 lakh crore in a single day due to the Sensex crash, marks Mr. Narendra Modi’s hat-trick in one day,” he commented.
KTR criticized the Centre for its silence regarding the new tariff policy introduced by US President Donald Trump. Neither the Prime Minister nor the Finance Minister has addressed this issue.
The government has also failed to respond to calls for a parliamentary debate on the matter.
According to the BRS leader, citizens are witnessing a loss of wealth due to the tariffs imposed by the US and the flawed economic strategies of the Central government.
KTR believes that the US tariffs will have a severe impact on Telangana, particularly affecting the pharmaceutical and IT sectors, which are vital to the state's exports.
He warned that these sectors are crucial for Telangana’s development, and any setback will hinder the state's economic advancement.
KTR stated that the state's growth has already stagnated due to the Congress government's policies and governance. Besides revenue from liquor, the government has struggled to boost income from other sectors.
He remarked that there are negative policies in Telangana.
The cancellation of the Airport Metro project, the establishment of Pharma City, demolitions by HYDRAA, and the destruction of the Musi River have contributed to negative sentiment in Telangana’s economy, he said.
KTR asserted that both major national parties are reliant on Delhi. The BRS has cautioned the populace that if Telangana falls under national parties' control, it will be governed from Delhi.
He noted that the ruling Congress party is struggling to expand the State Cabinet.
Despite the people granting MP seats to the BJP, which is in power at the Centre, they have yet to receive any additional funds from the Central government.
“One leader carries the shoes of Delhi leaders while another leader carries bags to Delhi,” he quipped.
