Key Points

1. Quarry and crusher unit operators in Kozhikode district began an indefinite strike on January 26, 2026.
2. The strike is expected to impact the ongoing national highway widening works in Kozhikode.
3. The Kerala Mining and Crusher Owners Association stated that over 500 quarries existed in 2024, which has now fallen to below 100.
4. The operators cite reluctance from the government to sanction new units and hefty fines for violations as reasons for the strike.
5. The association claims the strike will also affect the house construction sector, including government schemes.