Dhaka, Sept. 21 -- e-Islami on Monday protested the government's decision to raise fuel prices by Tk 20 per litre, saying it will further worsen people's sufferings amid rising commodity prices.

In a statement, Jamaat Secretary General Mia Golam Porwar said people were already struggling due to the unchecked rise in commodity prices, while the balance between the income and expenses of low- and middle-income people has been disrupted.

"They are struggling to meet their household expenses. In such a situation, the decision to raise fuel prices by Tk 20 per litre in one go will create a fresh crisis in people's lives and further increase their sufferings," he said.

The Jamaat leader said the impact of the fuel price hike will not remain ...