Mumbai - India’s transport and logistics sector is facing mounting pressure from rising fuel prices and supply shortages, raising concerns over higher freight costs, delivery delays and broader supply chain disruptions across the country.

Industry stakeholders said increasing diesel and fuel costs are significantly affecting operating expenses for trucking companies, fleet operators, shipping firms and logistics service providers. In some regions, reports of constrained fuel availability have added further uncertainty to transportation planning and cargo movement.

Transport associations warned that prolonged fuel price volatility could lead to higher freight rates for industrial goods, agricultural products . . .