Bhubaneswar, Jul 10: Odisha is on the edge of a fuel crisis as the Drivers’ Mahasangha continues its statewide protest, disrupting the transport of petrol and diesel across multiple districts.

For the past two days, fuel tankers have not reached several petrol pumps, with many stations reporting near-empty reserves. Key oil depots in Paradip, Balasore, Jatani, and Jharsuguda have been affected, and the continued strike threatens to paralyze fuel availability further.

With no fresh fuel supplies coming in, vehicle owners are left in the lurch. On the other hand, public Transport in disarray People across the state are grappling with mobility issues, as buses and other vehicles remain off the roads.

Passengers at bus stands are facing long waits and canceled trips, while daily commuters struggle to reach their destinations.

Although the government extended an invitation for discussions, the absence of key ministers stalled meaningful dialogue.

The Drivers’ Mahasangha has announced that their peaceful dharna will intensify in the coming days until their demands are not fulfilled.

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