Archive · 25 Jul 2025
Mizoram Fuel Crisis: Tanker Drivers' Protest Halts Aizawl
Imagine the roads to Aizawl are super bumpy, like driving on a washboard.
Because of this, the truck drivers who bring fuel and other important stuff have stopped working.
This has caused a big fuel shortage, meaning gas stations can't sell gas.
It's also making it hard to get other things, like food and building supplies.
The government is trying to fix the roads quickly, but if they don't, it could get even worse, maybe even like there isn't enough food for everyone.
Fuel shortage in Aizawl due to a protest by Mizoram Oil Tanker Drivers' Association.
Tanker drivers are protesting the poor condition of the Aizawl-Silchar highway since July 19.
All petrol pumps have suspended sales, causing lighter traffic.
Essential commodities supply is also affected due to truck withdrawals.
The government allocated funds for emergency highway repairs, aiming to expedite work.
- Who
- Mizoram Oil Tanker Drivers' Association (MOT-DA) and All Mizoram Commercial Vehicle Association (AM-CVA).
- What
- Fuel shortage and disruption of essential supplies due to a protest.
- When
- Since July 19, with the situation worsening recently.
- Where
- Aizawl, Mizoram.
- Why
- Protest against poor road conditions of the Aizawl-Silchar highway and other key highways.
Truck Drivers
Government & NHIDCL
Road Repair Prioritization
Truck Drivers
Roads must be repaired quickly to ensure drivers can safely transport fuel and goods.
Government & NHIDCL
Government is addressing the situation with allocated funds.
Financial Hardship
Truck Drivers
The poor highway conditions prevent them from making repayments on loans
Government & NHIDCL
The public should take note of the impact the poor road conditions have on the commercial vehicle drivers.
- Protesting Organization
- MOT-DA
- Highway Protested
- Aizawl-Silchar highway
- Start Date of Protest
- July 19
- Road Affected
- NH-306 and NH-06
- Government Action
- Allocated 1 crore for repairs