Imphal, Aug. 3 -- The indefinite strike by petroleum transporters in Manipur has been called off after the state government assured enhanced security measures along key highways, paving the way for the resumption of fuel transportation and distribution across the state.

The Consortium of Manipur Petroleum Product Transporters' Fraternity, along with associations representing local petroleum transporters, LPG distributors and drivers, announced the withdrawal of the agitation following discussions with the state government.

According to the transporters, the decision came after the Chief Minister and senior Home Department officials assured them that a revised Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for convoy movement would be notified in th...