India, July 2 -- Goods transporters across Maharashtra launched an indefinite strike at midnight on Tuesday, bringing the movement of trucks, tempos, tankers, and trailers to a halt. The strike threatens to disrupt essential supply chains, with heavy vehicle operators refusing to back down until the state government addresses their long-pending demands.

Passenger transporters, including school buses and private travel unions, have temporarily stayed out of the strike following an assurance from transport minister Pratap Sarnaik of a meeting with chief minister Devendra Fadnavis within two days. However, they have warned they will join the agitation if no resolution is reached.

The strike, called by the Maharashtra State Goods and Passen...