The continuous hike in the fuel price is being witnessed from the past few days, causing much trouble to the common people. However, one person seems to be unaffected by the high fuel prices. Union Minister Ramdas Athawale candidly confessed on Saturday that the increase in petrol and diesel prices did not bother him, thanks to the allowances he draws as a minister.
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When asked if he was personally affected by the rising prices, the minister said, "I am not suffering from rising fuel prices as I am a minister," he said, referring to the allowances he gets. "I may suffer if I lose my ministerial post," he added by drawing laughter at a press conference here. He said the price of fuel can be reduced if the states cut the tax on it. The Centre is seriously working on the issue, he said.