Petrol-Diesel excise duty cuts spark Political reactions; Opposition and NDA leaders speak out

Mar 27, 2026

New Delhi, March 27, 2026 (ANI): Political leaders across party lines reacted to the Centre’s decision to cut excise duty on petrol and diesel amid the ongoing Iran crisis. Arun Govil welcomed the move, saying it would instill confidence among the public, while leaders from both NDA and Opposition parties, including Kangana Ranaut, Kiren Rijiju, Manish Tewari, Pramod Tiwari, Nirmala Sitharaman, Dharmendra Pradhan and Misa Bharti shared mixed views on the government’s decision, highlighting both support and criticism over fuel pricing and public relief.