The ongoing tensions along the Assam-Meghalaya border continue to disrupt vehicular movement between the two states, leaving commuters facing significant difficulties and raising concerns over the supply of essential commodities.
Movement of vehicles across the inter-state border remains restricted at several points. Even fuel tankers have reportedly been stopped in certain areas, while vehicles belonging to police officials and senior administrative officers have also faced restrictions.
The situation has triggered growing concern among residents in Meghalaya, particularly over fuel availability. Long queues have been witnessed at petrol pumps as locals rush to refuel amid fears that prolonged restrictions could lead to shortages.
While the governments of both Assam and Meghalaya have maintained that the situation remains under control, the situation on the ground continues to cause anxiety among commuters and residents living in border areas.
The restrictions have also affected commercial and public transport. Cab associations in both states have imposed restrictions on vehicles from the other state, preventing commercial cabs from operating and carrying passengers across the border.
With inter-state transportation disrupted, commuters travelling between Assam and Meghalaya are facing increasing difficulties, while tourism and local businesses could also be affected if the restrictions continue.
The situation has raised concerns that any further escalation could have a wider impact on the movement of essential supplies, fuel availability, transportation and the daily lives of people in both states.
Authorities on both sides are closely monitoring the situation as efforts continue to prevent further escalation and restore normal movement across the border.