Arvind Kejriwal Urges Centre To Buy Cheaper Oil From Russia And Iran Amid Rising Fuel Prices

Arvind Kejriwal has again urged the Union government to purchase cheaper crude oil and gas from Russia and Iran, arguing that such deals could ease the present surge in petrol, diesel and LPG prices. The Aam Aadmi Party national convenor raised these concerns on 25 May 2026, a Sunday.

Speaking to the media, Arvind Kejriwal claimed that both Russia and Iran are ready to supply oil and gas to India at lower rates. According to Arvind Kejriwal, the central government is not choosing these cheaper options, and this refusal is keeping fuel prices high for consumers across the country.

Arvind Kejriwal demand for cheap oil and gas from Russia and Iran

Arvind Kejriwal said that reports and videos on “internet media” show people across India struggling with fuel costs, with Gujarat appearing particularly affected. Arvind Kejriwal stated that ignoring lower-priced crude supplies, even when they are available, is unfair to citizens who are already burdened by steep petrol and diesel rates.

Placing special focus on rural hardship, Arvind Kejriwal highlighted the situation of farmers in Gujarat. Arvind Kejriwal said long queues of tractors are forming at petrol pumps because farmers are finding it very difficult to buy diesel. Arvind Kejriwal asked, “अगर देश के किसानों को डीजल नहीं मिलेगा तो वे खेती कैसे करेंगे?”

Arvind Kejriwal argued that ordinary people now face two linked problems: very high fuel prices and the government’s decision not to buy cheaper crude from Russia and Iran. Arvind Kejriwal maintained that this policy choice is creating unnecessary financial pressure on households and farmers already dealing with rising living costs.