Freezing Prices Burning Pockets Hazara's LPG Crisis Deepens
The Hazara region faces rising LPG prices amid a severe cold wave, with residents calling for urgent action to address the economic and environmental strain.
Residents of Hazara are reeling from a sudden ₹400 hike in LPG prices, compounding the challenges of an already harsh cold wave. This sharp increase has intensified concerns among citizens struggling with rising inflation and living costs.
A few weeks ago, a 15kg LPG cylinder was priced at ₹4,000, but suppliers abruptly raised the rate by ₹400 overnight. With recent rainfall and dropping temperatures, the situation has worsened, leaving the local population burdened by both the weather and skyrocketing gas prices.
- Rising Economic Struggles: Families in the region now face the dual hardship of freezing conditions and unaffordable fuel costs.
- Public Calls for Relief: Citizens are urging authorities to intervene and curb the escalating prices, demanding immediate economic relief.
- Demand vs. Regulation: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA)'s recent notification regarding the price hike highlights the recurring issue of unregulated price surges during peak winter demand.
The lack of oversight has left many questioning how long they can endure this compounded financial and environmental strain without effective measures to stabilize costs.
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