Advocate Azhar Siddique submitted the petition on behalf of the Judicial Activism Panel. It argues that the government has imposed an “unprecedented” increase in fuel prices.

According to the petition, the price hike is illegal and goes against the public interest. It warns that ordinary people will face serious financial pressure due to higher daily expenses.

The petitioner stated that the increase in fuel prices will have a direct impact on transport fares, electricity costs, agriculture, and food prices. This could make necessities even more expensive for citizens.

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The court has been requested to cancel the recent increase and direct the government to provide immediate relief to the public.

A day earlier, petrol prices reached a record level of Rs458.40 per liter, while high-speed diesel rose to Rs520.35 per liter, marking the highest rates in the country’s history.

The sudden rise has sparked concern across the country, as people worry about further increases in living costs.