LUCKNOW, May 26 -- Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday attributed the recent rise in fuel prices and electricity-related stress in Uttar Pradesh to global energy disruptions, saying international conflicts and supply chain disturbances have impacted countries across the world.

Yogi said petrol and diesel prices in India have risen only marginally compared to the United States where fuel prices have reportedly doubled.

"Petroleum prices have increased globally and supply chains have been disrupted. India too faces the impact but under PM Narendra Modi's leadership, inflation has remained under control compared to many countries," he added.

The CM expressed these views at an event organised by the Lucknow Municipal Co...