While the opposition party called it a ‘black day’ and ‘terror unleashed by the government’ and other fragments of the ruling party like the communist party calling it a suicidal move, the common man waited with bathed breath for the prices to rise!
The price rise that was enforced all over India was certainly not a happy decision for the government either but I think we as citizens of India need to look at the rise rationally rather than blindly following the political opportunists and take a shortsighted stand!
I applaud the PM’s unusual gesture of addressing the nation and explaining the price rise. It shows that our PM considers himself accountable for all the important decisions his government takes and he explained very clearly and precisely the reasons for the rise and the other steps taken by the government to soften the blow.
There were a few sections of media who said that the PM had not been aggressive enough in defending his decision! I don’t see a reason for him to be aggressive. This is an issue that is going to hit the common man directly and adversely, he believed he was accountable for this and hence presented his case to the public. I believe if he had been aggressive it would have given an impression of being defensive and trying to hide the real motive behind the move, which would have certainly not convinced many!
Lets face it, we have been hearing the oil prices skyrocketing in the world market over the last few years, it would be impossible for any government to share the entire burden while the consumer remained ignorant and enjoyed the bliss. Also with our booming economy we have been rather reckless in our fuel consumption. It is high time we become answerable to ourselves and share a fair share of blame.
A simple look at the monthly statistics of vehicle dealer would be enough to confirm that we have been responsible for higher oil imports over a prolonged period. Starting with simple ways of reducing fuel consumption would certainly go a long way.
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Though I agree with the Price hike, what I don't agree with is the way our Good Ole Politicians waste Fuel themselves, lets not forget its our money and our Taxes which pay for their Luxury.
How does one come to terms with the Fact that, we the People suffer this and they the politicians are totally unaffected.
hi! Vishal... Yes I certainly agree that it is high time that politicians also share the burden... as you rightly said its our money so better account for it!
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