Drivers union appeals
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, January 12 2023:
All Manipur Petroleum Tankers Drivers Union has appealed against the mistreatment, issuing of threats and unreasonable taxation on drivers of the State.
The appeal was made by Chongtham Sankerjit, secretary, All Manipur Petroleum Tankers Drivers Union while speaking to media persons during a press conference held today at North AOC, Imphal.
Addressing the mediapersons, Chongtham Sankerjit stated that drivers of the State carry out their job diligently through night and day to bring essential items to Manipur.
They are faced with many inconveniences and problems on their way back to Manipur while driving along the National Highways, he said.
In view of these circumstances, All Manipur Petroleum Tankers Drivers Union has appealed to Chief Minister N Biren Singh to take up some measures to offer protection to drivers.
Lastly, the secretary shared that in keeping with tradition, the Union will be observing the 34th Drivers' Day Celebration on January 14 at the Union's office located in Malom.