Drivers’ Strike Sparks Fuel Shortage In Odisha

Bhubaneswar: A state-wide strike by Odisha drivers has led to fuel shortages in some parts of the state. The protest called by Drivers’ Ekta Mahamancha across Odisha reached day two on Thursday.

According to reports, several filling stations in Balasore district of Odisha have allegedly run out of fuel as tankers carrying fuel remain stranded due to non-cooperation by drivers.

For unversed, the Driver Ekta Mahamanch has proposed a 10-point charter of demands such as fair wages, insurance, and security for drivers after 60 years of age or in case of death, or accidents.