New Delhi, May 15 -- The Opposition parties on 15 May launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Union government over fuel price hike announced on 15 May. The opposition accused PM Modi of unleashing 'the whip' on the public after the Centre increased petrol and diesel prices by Rs.3 across the country.

The Congress party linked the fuel price hike to the completion of the Assembly election in four states and one union territory, said that PM Modi's "vasooli (extortion) begins" after the elections.

"Inflation Man Modi has once again unleashed the whip on the public today. Petrol and diesel have been increased by 3-3 rupees. Meanwhile, CNG prices have also been raised by 2 rupees. Elections over - Modi's extortion be...