Ujyalo Nepal Party Protests Continuous Fuel Price Hikes

Kathmandu. The Ujyalo Nepal Party has expressed strong objection to the recent continuous increases in petroleum prices. In a press release, the party stated that there were expectations of stability in the fuel market after Prime Minister Balen Shah assumed office on 27 March 2026. However, the reality has proven to be the opposite, with fuel prices being hiked repeatedly since the government's formation.The party further added, 'When fuel prices rise, the impact is not limited to petrol pumps. It creates a chain reaction affecting transportation, logistics, agriculture, construction, industry, retail, schools, hospitals, and daily household expenses. More critically, once...