New Delhi, March 27 -- Union Minister Jyotiraditya M Scindia on Friday lauded the Central government's decision to reduce excise duties on petrol and diesel, calling it a "pro-people decision" at a critical moment in global energy markets.

In a post shared on X, Scindia credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for acting with "strong foresight and resolve" amid rising volatility in international energy markets. He said the reduction in excise duty on petrol and diesel would help cushion consumers against price fluctuations triggered by global disruptions, ensuring that the burden does not fall on the common man.

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