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Students of Dibrugarh University protests against hike in public transport fare

First Published: 6th October, 2018 18:54 IST

Students in Assam’s Dibrugarh University protested against the recent hike in public transport fare that resulted out of the spiraling prices of fuel. The protest staged under the All Asom

Students in Assam’s Dibrugarh University protested against the recent hike in public transport fare that resulted out of the spiraling prices of fuel.

The protest staged under the All Asom Student Union has been going on since three days now.

The agitating students, AASU leaders, teachers and locals are demanding a reduction in the fare of public transport.

The protestors threatened to start a larger movement if no steps are taken.

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