Jaipur, May 25 -- Expressing deep concern over the persistent surge in fuel costs, Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal on Monday launched a scathing attack on the Union Government, alleging that the administration is "completely sitting idle" while the common public grapples with skyrocketing prices and an unemployment crisis.

Addressing reporters, Venugopal said, "The government is not doing anything to address the issue. They are completely sitting [idle], and the Prime Minister is touring all over the world. Every day, petrol and diesel prices are increasing; people are in very, very big difficulties. Unemployment is at a high, and our youth are not getting any jobs."

He further warned of social unrest, adding, "Already people ar...