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Story summary
- Diesel exceeded 40 baht on March 31 after a decision by the Oil Fuel Fund Management Committee.
- The rise follows higher oil prices amid Middle East conflicts, stressing households ahead of Songkran.
- Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul apologized for the abrupt hikes and mismanagement.
- The Oil Fuel Fund is deeply in deficit, raising concerns about price stability.
- Critics say poor communication caused panic and long lines at gas stations.
