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Issues Raised on Inflation, Fuel, and Rural Support in Lucknow Event
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News Analysis IndiaReporter
August 16, 2026
09:32 AM
Akhilesh Yadav turned his focus to the economic strain on ordinary citizens, accusing the central government of allowing inflation to bite harder into household budgets. He highlighted the recent decision to add E‑20 ethanol to petrol and pressed the authorities for an explanation. The Samajwadi chief also questioned the supply of fertilizer and the implementation of the Direct Assistance Programme for farmers, claiming that many growers are still facing shortages.
