Kangra Drivers Demand Local Vehicle Fitness Centres Amid Transport Turmoil
Private vehicle drivers in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, are striking, demanding local vehicle fitness certificate centres. The shutdown of RTO and MVI offices forces drivers to travel long distances for certification. Protesters threaten escalated actions if demands are unmet. Government involvement is underway for a potential resolution.
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Transport services in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, were disrupted as drivers of private buses, taxis, and trucks commenced a strike demanding vehicle fitness certificate centres in each tehsil of the district.
The protestors criticized Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu after the closure of the district's RTO and Motor Vehicle Inspector offices. 'The government has compelled us to strike,' stated Ashok Sharma, president of the McLeod Ganj Taxi Union.
The shutdown has forced drivers to travel to Dehra for certification, causing inconvenience. Government officials have assured that solutions, including the setup of Automated Testing Stations, are being considered.
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