Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced that truck drivers will soon have air-conditioned cabins. Speaking at an auto industry event called 'Desh Chaalak - Recognising those who move India,' he stated that he had signed a file mandating air conditioning in truck driver compartments. Gadkari emphasized the importance of ensuring the well-being of truck drivers who operate in harsh temperatures ranging from 43 to 47 degrees Celsius. Despite initial opposition due to concerns about increased costs, he expressed his determination to introduce AC cabins and revealed that he had now signed the file making it mandatory for all truck cabins to be air-conditioned.

Gadkari also addressed the shortage of drivers in India, which leads to truckers working excessively long hours of 14-16 hours per day. However, he did not mention a specific deadline for the rollout of trucks equipped with AC cabins, although some reports indicate that it will commence in 2025.

Furthermore, the Union Minister highlighted the need to reduce logistic costs in India to enhance export competitiveness. He stressed that the key to achieving this goal lies in developing good quality roads and trucks, emphasizing the importance of efficient logistics in the country.