Homemakers ask Nirmala Sitharaman to reduce cooking gas prices, FM says THIS

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Homemakers have been requesting Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, to reduce the price of cooking gas due to the recent increase in the price of LPG cylinders. In response, the Finance Minister has stated that the government is considering various options to address the issue.

Cooking gas is an essential commodity that is used by millions of households across the country. The recent increase in prices has caused financial hardship for many families, particularly those who are
already struggling to make ends meet.

The Finance Minister has acknowledged the concerns of homemakers and has assured them that the government is taking steps to address the issue. She has stated that the government is looking at various
options, including reducing taxes and increasing subsidies, to bring down the price of cooking gas.
However, the Finance Minister has also noted that the government’s resources are limited, and any decision to reduce the price of cooking gas must be made in the context of overall economic priorities.

She has emphasized the need to balance the concerns of consumers with the need to maintain fiscal discipline.

Staff Reporter