US suspends trucker visas after Punjab-origin driver's deadly accident
The United States has recently discontinued the issuance of work visas for commercial truck drivers, potentially impacting Indian drivers seeking to work in the US transportation sector. The decision follows a tragic accident involving a truck driver of Punjab-origin and has been announced by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, with immediate effect. According to Rubio, the pause in visa issuance is a precautionary measure while the US reviews qualifications and screening procedures for foreign truck drivers. Despite a significant shortage of truck drivers in the US, the temporary halt on visas applies to all nationalities. This development introduces uncertainty for Indian drivers looking to work in the US and could lead to delays or denials in visa applications.
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