Motorists suffer as Haryana fuel dealers go on strike over slashing of VAT

Motorists had a harrowing time on Monday as private fuel dealers in Haryana went on a strike to protest against the Centre’s decision to slash value-added tax (VAT) on petrol and diesel.

Though government-operated fuel stations continued to run as usual, at private stations, commuters were seen pleading with the employees for fuel.

Krishan Lal, a commuter seen standing outside a fuel station in Karnal, said, “I was not aware of the strike and I needed fuel to go to Gharaunda for a wedding.”