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BJP Opposes 60-Paise Fuel Cess in Himachal, Warns of Consumer Burden
✍️ The News Mill
🗓 12 Aug 2026, 02:33 PM
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The BJP has criticized Himachal Pradesh's decision to impose a 60-paise per litre fuel cess, warning that any further hikes would burden consumers.
The Bharatiya Janata Party has publicly opposed the Himachal Pradesh government's recent decision to levy a 60-paise per litre cess on petrol and diesel.
The party’s statement cautions that the new tax will increase fuel costs for everyday commuters and businesses alike.
BJP officials argue that the cess is already high and that any additional increases would place an undue financial strain on consumers.
The opposition highlights the need for a balanced approach to fuel taxation that protects the interests of the state’s residents while ensuring revenue for public services.
The party’s statement cautions that the new tax will increase fuel costs for everyday commuters and businesses alike.
BJP officials argue that the cess is already high and that any additional increases would place an undue financial strain on consumers.
The opposition highlights the need for a balanced approach to fuel taxation that protects the interests of the state’s residents while ensuring revenue for public services.