Tensions between Assam and Meghalaya spilled onto the highways for a second day on Friday, with cab operators in Guwahati continuing to block vehicles heading towards Meghalaya following violence during a student rally in Shillong.
The blockade at Jorabat and Khanapara, two major entry points into Meghalaya, has disrupted movement between the neighbouring states, leaving passengers and goods vehicles stranded on either side of the border. Travellers have been forced to switch vehicles at the inter-state boundary to continue their journeys.
The operators said they would maintain the blockade until they received assurances that drivers and vehicles from Assam would be safe while travelling through Meghalaya.
“We will continue this protest till a permanent solution is found. It is a recurring issue of vehicles and drivers from Assam facing harassment in Meghalaya,” a cab operator taking part in the protest at Jorabat said.