Mizoram's Commercial Vehicle Union Halts Indefinite Strike Amid Fuel Price Hike Controversy

The Mizoram Commercial Vehicle Union called off its indefinite strike against the fuel price hike, opting for a 12-hour agitation instead. This decision was influenced by concerns for public inconvenience during significant community events, aiming to highlight the impact of steep fuel price increases on transportation and commodity costs.

The Mizoram Commercial Vehicle Union (MCVU), representing 11 commercial vehicle owner and driver associations, has suspended its initial plan for an indefinite strike to oppose the recent surge in fuel prices. Instead, the union chose a 12-hour demonstration on Wednesday, as confirmed by MCVU president PC Malsawma.

Initially set to commence an indefinite strike on October 23, the union's leaders reassessed their stance following government inaction on their appeals for fuel price reduction. The revision to a 12-hour strike aligns with efforts to minimize disruption amid the forthcoming Young Mizo Association conference and church programmes.

Malsawma emphasized the unsustainable nature of exorbitant fuel hikes, which could escalate transport and commodity costs statewide. Despite previous dialogues with Chief Minister Lalduhoma, the government's inaction has prompted the union's continued protest to underscore economic burdens on the public.

(With inputs from agencies.)