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“What is stopping Modi?” Arvind Kejriwal on buying cheaper Russian, Iranian oil
Updated On: 25 May, 2026 01:50 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Kejriwal said rising petrol and diesel prices were increasing the financial burden on citizens already struggling with inflation. He questioned why India is not importing cheaper oil and gas from Russia and Iran despite both countries being willing to supply fuel at lower rates

Arvind Kejriwal. File Pic
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Monday criticised the Centre after petrol and diesel prices were increased again, marking the fourth hike in less than two weeks.
In a post on X, Kejriwal questioned why India was not purchasing cheaper oil and gas from Russia and Iran despite both countries being willing to supply fuel at lower prices.
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