CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: Transport services across Delhi-NCR remained severely affected as transporters continued their strike for the second consecutive day, protesting against the recent hike in the Environment Compensation Charge (ECC) and rising fuel prices. The strike, led by multiple transport unions including the All India Motor Transport Congress (AIMTC), has disrupted the movement of goods vehicles, taxis, and commercial transport operators across the national capital region.
The protest was triggered by the sharp increase in ECC rates imposed on commercial vehicles entering Delhi-NCR, along with continuous hikes in CNG, petrol, and diesel prices. Transporters argue that the rising operational costs have made their businesses financially unsustainable, especially as freight charges have not increased proportionately.
The strike has impacted supply chains, with reports of delays in the delivery of essential goods such as vegetables, dairy products, and industrial supplies. Border points connecting Delhi with neighbouring cities like Gurugram, Noida, and Ghaziabad have seen reduced movement of trucks.
Authorities have stated that the ECC hike is part of broader environmental measures aimed at reducing vehicular pollution in the capital. However, transport unions are demanding a rollback of the increased charges and revisions in fare structures to offset fuel price pressures.
The ongoing protest highlights the growing tension between environmental policy enforcement and the economic viability of India’s transport sector, with no immediate resolution announced yet.
