Mangaluru : The members of DK District unit of the JD(S) staged a protest in front of the Mini Vidhana Saudha to condemn the hike in prices of essential commodities including fuel and LPG.
The protestors alleged that the Union as well as the state governments have failed to check the rising prices. The agitators also placed an empty cylinder and created a traditional fireplace with firewood as a symbolic protest.
District President of JD(S) Muhammad Kunhi said the people need to raise voice against the soaring prices of fuel and other essential commodities.
Several party leaders and workers participated in the protest.