Transport owners observe strike against hefty fines on motorway, highways

LAHORE (92 News) – Transport owners observed a strike against hefty fines being imposed by the authorities on the motorway and highways across the country on Thursday. The strike is being observed in several cities, including Lahore, Faisalabad, Multan and Peshawar. The protesters also staged a sit-in in different cities. The supply of milk and vegetables was suspended due to the strike, creating problems for the people. In Lahore, the Mini-Mazda Association took out rallies across the city. The protesters demanded immediate withdrawal the hefty fines and additional toll tax. They demanded immediate implementation of excel weight schedule. “We are already paying taxes in millions and how we can pay more taxes,” they said. The protesters demanded an immediate end to new toll plazas. They also demanded that the route permit period should be extended to three years.