Motor workers rally against fuel price hike in Thrissur
Motor workers in Thrissur protested against rising fuel prices, accusing the government and petroleum companies of unfair practices. The Private Motor Workers Union organized a march, highlighting the unjustifiable nature of price hikes despite falling crude oil rates. Protesters demanded fare revisions for auto and taxi services, citing financial strain on the sector.
- ▪The Private Motor Workers Union staged a march to protest rising fuel prices.
- ▪Protesters accused the government of imposing additional financial strain after recent elections.
- ▪The union called for a revision of auto and taxi fares, which have not increased in four years.
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Stepping up protests against rising fuel prices, the Private Motor Workers Union (AITUC) staged a march to the BSNL office in Thrissur and staged a dharna there on Tuesday, accusing petroleum companies and the Union government of burdening the public with repeated price hikes.The protest, led by the union’s district committee, was inaugurated by AITUC district secretary T.K. Sudheesh, with district president K.K. Haridas presiding. Leaders said the continued increase in petrol and diesel prices — despite a fall in crude oil rates in the international market — was unjustifiable and anti-people.Speakers also criticised the timing of the hikes, alleging that the Centre imposed additional financial strain on citizens soon after elections to State Assemblies.The union warned that the auto and…
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