Shutdown hits train traffic in Odisha

The movement of trains and commercial vehicles was hit in several parts of Odisha today as the shutdown against the hike in petrol prices, called by various parties, including the ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD), came into effect.

u00a0

Protesters blocked roads and highways in several areas and disrupted traffic.

u00a0

Train services were also hit as protesters squatted on rail tracks at the Cuttack and Bhubaneswar railway stations. Similar protests have also been reported from other parts of the state, a senior state police official said.

u00a0

"There has been no report of any untoward incident from any part of the state so far. The protests have started on a peaceful note," he added.u00a0

u00a0

The state units of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Left parties are organising separate protests across the state.

u00a0

The BJD has also called for a statewide shutdown against the petrol price hike.

"Exciting news! Mid-day is now on WhatsApp Channels Subscribe today by clicking the link and stay updated with the latest news!" Click here!