A state-wide strike by Odisha drivers has led to fuel shortages in some parts of the state. the strike seems to have started causing trouble in various daily essentials, there are reports of fuel shortage in Odisha.
The protest called by Drivers’ Ekta Mahamancha across Odisha reached day two on Thursday. The drivers were seen protesting on the roads with posters, banners and placards.
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.
The Driver Ekta Mahamanch has proposed 10-point charter of demands such as fair wages, insurance, and security for drivers after 60 years of age or in case of death, accidents.
