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Fuel Shortage Resurrects Bullock Carts in Hazaribag
23 May
Summary
- Bullock carts are reappearing in Jharkhand's Hazaribag district due to fuel shortages.
- Disruptions affect transportation of construction materials, produce, and goods.
- Officials claim panic buying and resale are key issues, not scarcity.
Bullock carts, once a relic of the past, are resurfacing in Jharkhand's Hazaribag district due to ongoing fuel supply disruptions. The scarcity, reportedly linked to the West Asia conflict, has significantly impacted transportation across various blocks.
Residents are now using these traditional carts to move construction materials, agricultural produce, and essential items. This resurgence is noticeable in areas like Okni and Shivpuri, where bullock carts had largely disappeared over the past two decades.
Fuel stations in rural parts of the district are experiencing temporary closures or rapid depletion of stock. This has led to a sharp decrease in both private and commercial vehicle movement. Consequently, villagers are increasingly turning to bullock carts for local supply needs.
Despite reports of scarcity, officials from the Jharkhand Petroleum Dealers Association and the local administration claim there is no actual fuel shortage. They attribute the situation primarily to panic buying and alleged bulk purchasing by individuals for resale at inflated prices.
