Say they cannot do business due to 'unrestrained' fuel hike; will wait for budget for some relief, or else could even protest with a complete shutdown
A file picture of trucks on BPT Road during the lockdown. The strike or shutdown could affect essentials supply. Pic/Ashish Raje
“It was suggested that a managing committee meeting of AIMTC be convened shortly on the demand of the road transport fraternity of India. We are waiting for the imminent budget as we are given to believe and expect some relief from the government in terms of excise duty cuts," he said.
The state government burdens consumers by charging VAT on petrol at 26% not only on the basic price and transport cost, but also on excise duty. Over and above, Maharashtra charges a cess of Rs 10.12 per litre, Singh said.
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