80 Taxi Drivers Arrested in Bhubaneswar Protest, 13 Police Injured
· India · NDTV, The Hindu
Eighty taxi drivers were arrested during a protest in Bhubaneswar after clashes with police. Thirteen police officers sustained injuries amid the violence. The drivers demanded a seven‑point charter that includes a fare hike, lower application fees, and enhanced social security. Police said the demonstration turned violent, while drivers say they are seeking negotiations with state authorities.
Why it matters
The incident affects the livelihoods of the drivers and could disrupt local public transport services in the city.
Read the original report — NDTV
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