Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the Centre’s recent decision to slash excise duties on petrol and diesel by Rs 10 per litre. The move, aimed at ensuring adequate fuel supply and stabilizing essential commodity prices, has been described by the CM as a timely measure amid global energy uncertainties.
In a post on X, CM Majhi highlighted the importance of the reduction, noting that it will provide immediate relief to households and shield citizens from international price volatility. “I express my sincere gratitude to the Hon’ble Prime Minister for the decisive reduction of ₹10 per litre in central excise duty on both petrol and diesel for domestic consumption, which will provide immediate relief to households and protect them from global price volatility,” he wrote.
The Chief Minister described India’s response under PM Modi’s leadership as prudent and prepared, reflecting the government’s commitment to stability and public welfare. He emphasized that the reduction in duties, along with measures to ensure domestic fuel availability, demonstrates a proactive approach to managing the evolving global energy scenario.
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CM Majhi also appealed to citizens to remain calm and cooperate with authorities, urging people to avoid misinformation that could create unnecessary panic. “I appeal to all citizens to remain calm, avoid misinformation, and extend full cooperation in maintaining stability. Together, with trust and collective responsibility, we will continue to navigate these challenges with resilience and unity,” he stated.
The government has reduced excise duties on petrol to Rs 3 per litre and on diesel to zero, while also providing exemptions on fuel exports and aviation supplies. Customs duty relief has been granted on imported aviation turbine fuel (ATF) following the rescindment of a 2022 notification, further reinforcing the measures to manage fuel costs.
The excise duty cut comes against a backdrop of global energy uncertainty, triggered by rising crude prices due to geopolitical tensions in West Asia, including the US-Israel conflict involving Iran and disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz. Officials hope the move will ease domestic price pressures and ensure continued availability of essential fuel supplies.
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