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Diesel crunch is stranding Indian truckers and slowing goods across the country

Economy
Published on 13 May 2026
Diesel crunch is stranding Indian truckers and slowing goods across the country

Private fuel stations cut sales and waits stretch for days

Indian truckers are stuck in long roadside lines as diesel availability tightens. Private fuel stations have reportedly cut sales or raised prices, while state-run companies struggle with demand and resulting shortages. The ripple effect is slowing the movement of goods nationwide, and a modest price increase is expected soon—though it may not fully offset losses for fuel firms.

  • Truckers face longer waits due to diesel supply tightening
  • Private stations are cutting sales or hiking prices
  • State-run firms are struggling as demand fluctuates
  • Logistics disruption is affecting goods movement nationwide
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This summarization was done by Beige for a story published on The Economic TimesThe Economic Times

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