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No taxis, no autos: Delhi transport unions launch 3-day ‘chakka jam’ protest
Updated On: 21 May, 2026 11:07 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Delhi-NCR’s transport system is bracing for disruption as drivers begin a three-day protest that is expected to severely impact public mobility. Led by AIMTC, the protest also highlights demands for fare revision, higher earnings and action against app-based cab aggregators
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Delhi-NCR transport unions launch strike till May 23. Representational Pic/file
Transport and taxi unions in Delhi-NCR began a three-day strike on Thursday, May 21–23, leading to expected disruptions in daily commuting across Delhi, Noida, Gurugram and nearby areas. The strike has been called against the Delhi government’s decision to increase the environment compensation cess on commercial vehicles, according to agencies.
AIMTC leads nationwide protest call
The strike has been organised under the banner of the All India Motor Transport Congress (AIMTC), the apex transport body which represents truckers, private buses, taxis and maxi cab operators.
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