Bhubaneswar: Odisha Congress will stage a state-wide demonstration against the rising fuel prices from July 7 to 17.
Pradesh Congress Committee president Niranjan Patnaik said the protest will be staged at every block office.
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Niranjan said COVID-19 the hike in fuel prices has affected the people who are already suffering due to several factors, including job loss, during pandemic.
“During this pandemic, oil prices have increased 29 times which has further affected people. Oil prices have also crossed Rs 100 mark in more than 150 cities of the country,” said Patnaik.
The prices of essential commodities have also skyrocketed owing to the steep rise in fuel prices.
