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MHA says open to consider concerns of truckers, appeals drivers to resume work

IndiaTimes Tuesday, 2 January 2024
Union home secretary Ajay Bhalla assures that the decision to invoke the new penal provision related to hit-and-run cases will be made after consultation with the All India Motor Transport Congress. He appeals to the AIMTC and agitating drivers to return to work. The government clarifies that the new laws and provisions have not yet come into force. Bhalla acknowledges the concerns of truckers and holds a detailed discussion with the representatives of AIMTC. The government is open to considering their concerns on the new penal provision.
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