India's trucking industry is grappling with a severe crisis as diesel price hikes, fuel shortages, and weak freight demand sideline nearly 30% of the active commercial fleet.
The stress on this sector has only increased with the latest diesel price hike
May 26, 2026
01:19 pm
What's the storyIndia's transport sector is facing a major operational crisis due to falling freight rates, rising diesel prices, and fuel supply disruptions. The situation is affecting truckers across the country.
Industry bodies estimate that nearly 25-30% of the country's active trucking fleet is either off the roads or facing severe operational delays.
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The increase is driven by agricultural activity, shift from bulk to retail sales and pricing gap between retail and bulk diesel.
