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Fuel tanker movement from Assam to Meghalaya suspended over safety fears
The North East Petroleum Mazdoor Union (NEPMZ) has halted the movement of fuel tankers from Assam to Meghalaya, citing safety concerns for Assam-registered drivers and vehicles amid ongoing unrest in the neighbouring…
The North East Petroleum Mazdoor Union (NEPMZ) has halted the movement of fuel tankers from Assam to Meghalaya, citing safety concerns for Assam-registered drivers and vehicles amid ongoing unrest in the neighbouring state. Tankers carrying petrol, diesel and LPG will remain off the roads until further notice, and loading and unloading operations in Meghalaya have also been suspended.
The union said the suspension will continue until the Meghalaya government takes effective measures to ensure the safety of Assam-registered vehicles and restores normalcy. NEPMZ General Secretary Ramen Deka said the decision was a safety measure for drivers and goods, noting that petroleum products are highly flammable. He added that the union would reconsider its decision if the situation improves, but members are currently unwilling to transport fuel to Meghalaya.
The disruption could impact Meghalaya's fuel supply, which depends on regular tanker movement from Assam. The development follows incidents of violence and protests in Shillong involving Assam-registered vehicles, raising concerns among transport operators and commuters travelling between the two states.
Indian Opinion Analysis
Assam and Meghalaya share a long border and a complex relationship over transport and resources. Meghalaya depends almost entirely on Assam for petroleum products, as it has no refinery of its own. Any prolonged disruption will hit fuel pumps and LPG supplies in towns like Shillong and Tura, affecting daily life and the tourism sector. The union's move follows earlier incidents of harassment of Assam-registered vehicles in Meghalaya, a recurring friction point between the two states. The Meghalaya government will need to provide concrete security guarantees, possibly through police escorts or checkpoints, before tanker movement resumes. Watch for a response from the Meghalaya chief minister or an official assurance in the next 48 hours.
Source: timesnownews.com
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