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Truck drivers protest against new hit-and-run law, long queues at petrol pumps
Credit: IndiaTimes- Published on January 2, 2024
Long queues at petrol pumps in India as people rush to fill their tanks amid fears of a fuel shortage. The queues are a result of truck drivers protesting against the new penal law on hit-and-run accidents, which is part of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita. The law stipulates up to 10 years imprisonment or a fine of Rs 7 lakh for...
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Published on January 3, 2024 - 02:05
Truckers Controversy Erupts: Truckers Protest Stringent Hit-and-Run Law in India| Oneindia
Controversy arises as the District Magistrate in Shajapur, MP faces backlash for his 'aukat' (stature) remark towards protesting truck drivers discussing the new hit-and-run law. The drivers expressed concerns over increased penalties. Protests ensued in multiple states, causing panic buying at petrol pumps. Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge supported the truckers, accusing the government of penalizing the poor. The Home Ministry scheduled a meeting with truckers' representatives, while AIMTC chief assured that stringent provisions would not be immediately imposed after discussions with the Centre.
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