Aizawl, Oct 18: Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma has confirmed that the state cabinet will not reverse the recent fuel price hike, despite protests from commercial vehicle owners.

The prices of petrol and diesel were increased by Rs 5.31 and Rs 5.40 per litre respectively on September 1. Petrol now costs Rs 99.24 per litre, while diesel is priced at Rs 88.02 per litre.

Lalduhoma justified the hike, citing the need for social infrastructure and road maintenance. The government has also imposed additional levies of Rs 2 per litre on both diesel and petrol.

The Mizoram Commercial Vehicle Union (MCVU) had threatened to go on strike, demanding a reduction in fuel prices. However, after initially withdrawing their plan, MCVU General Secretary P Sanghmingthanga expressed disappointment over the cabinet decision and announced that the union will convene a meeting to decide its future course of action.

Lalduhoma urged the public to understand the motive behind the government’s decision, emphasizing that the hike is for the welfare and benefit of the people.