Truck Strike -Truck drivers recently rallied in opposition to a new rule regarding hit and run incidents. Ajay Bhalla, the Union Home Secretary, clarified that this rule, Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 106/2, has not been enforced yet. He pledged discussions with representatives from the All India Motor Transport Congress (AIMTC) before reaching any decisions.
The Ministry of Home Affairs assured truckers that any determination on penalties under the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for hit-and-run cases will only occur post-discussion with AIMTC representatives. They conveyed that the new laws have not been put into effect and promised an open-hearted consideration of any concerns raised by the truckers.
Ajay Bhalla reiterated that the new rule hasn’t been enacted yet and underlined the necessity for a thorough discussion with AIMTC representatives before reaching any decisions.
Following these assurances, Truck strike protesters were urged to resume their work from the next day. AIMTC’s chairman, Malkit Singh Bal, expressed confidence that all concerns regarding Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita had been addressed and affirmed that they won’t allow the law to be enforced. He encouraged truckers to resume their duties without fear.
The protests erupted due to the introduction of three new criminal laws, including Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), during the Winter Session of 2023. These laws, pending implementation, propose a maximum of 10 years’ imprisonment or a ₹7 lakh fine for severe road accidents caused by negligence where drivers flee without informing the authorities.
Drivers fear facing mob justice and risking their lives if involved in minor accidents, leading many to prefer fleeing. They believe that imposing harsh penalties solely on drivers is unjust, especially considering the typically unpunished mobs involved in such incidents.
A truck driver shared his concerns about the impact on drivers who survive on daily wages and the daunting financial burden imposed by the proposed penalties.
The protests impact reverberates far and wide, not merely congesting roads and leaving commuters stranded, but also plunging the entire transport network into disarray. This domino effect has drastically affected the accessibility of vital goods, as more than 70% of trucks, tempos, and containers within the Mumbai Metropolitan Region have ceased operations. This disruption has severely impeded the distribution of fuel and caused a dent in the supply chain of essential commodities like fresh fruits and vegetables. The turmoil isn’t limited to Mumbai alone; it extends its grasp across states such as Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Haryana, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Bihar.
The strike caused fuel shortages across several states, instigating panic buying at petrol pumps. This led to queues at fuel stations, with concerns mounting about dwindling fuel supplies due to the ongoing protests.
However, after discussions between the government and transporters, AIMTC decided to halt the nationwide protests. The government assured that the new laws won’t be enforced without prior consultations with AIMTC.
The opposition criticized the stringent provisions, expressing fears of an “extortionist network” and “organized corruption.” Rahul Gandhi, a Congress MP, highlighted concerns about the impact on the working class, criticizing the government for enacting laws without proper dialogue and suggesting potential repercussions on the backbone of the Indian economy. Truck Strike
Overall, the assurance that the laws won’t be imposed without thorough consultations has led to the suspension of the protests, providing a temporary resolution to the crisis.
Truck Strike Aurangabad causes massive rush on petrol pump around the city. Most of the pumps ran out of stock by Tuesday morning.
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