Friday, January 9, 2009

Transport strike continues

The strike called by All India Motor Transport Congress (AIMTC) is expected to continue for some more time as the government and transport operators are unwilling to budge from their respective positions. Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh and Rajasthan have already invoked the Essential Services Maintenance Act (ESMA), and others are expected to follow suit. Since January 5 when the strike began, prices have nearly doubled.
Meanwhile, the Centre has also advised states to act tough on truckers and invoke Essential Commodities Act and National Security Act and impound trucks, if needed.

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