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‘How will people survive?’ Saad Rafique slams petrol price hike
Key takeaways
- His remarks came after the government increased the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel for the fourth time since the Iran-Israel conflict began affecting global oil markets.
- In a statement, Saad Rafique said the increase in petroleum prices had made people “cry out in pain.”
- “How will people survive?” he asked while expressing concern over the growing financial burden on citizens.
Why this matters: local context for readers following news across Pakistan and the region.
Add ARY News on Google AAResize LAHORE: Senior Pakistan Muslim League (PMl-N) leader Khawaja Saad Rafique on Saturday strongly criticised the recent increase in petrol and diesel prices, questioning how ordinary people would cope with rising inflation.
His remarks came after the government increased the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel for the fourth time since the Iran-Israel conflict began affecting global oil markets.
In a statement, Saad Rafique said the increase in petroleum prices had made people “cry out in pain.”
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