Telangana Bus Staff Strike: Major Transport Disruptions as 29 Demands Accepted
Telangana bus staff strike hits transport; 29 demands accepted
Hindustan Times
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Public transport in Telangana faced significant disruptions due to an indefinite strike by employees of the Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC), who are advocating for pay revisions and absorption into the state government. The state government has accepted 29 out of 32 demands, but some complex issues remain unresolved.
- 01The indefinite strike by TSRTC employees severely disrupted public transport across Telangana.
- 02Approximately 20 lakh commuters were affected, particularly in the Greater Hyderabad Zone.
- 03The government accepted 29 of the 32 demands from the RTC unions, leaving a few complex issues pending.
- 04Limited bus operations continued from select depots, while Hyderabad metro services saw increased demand.
- 05The strike has garnered support from various opposition parties and civil society organizations.
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Public transport in Telangana was heavily impacted on Wednesday due to an indefinite strike by employees of the Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC). The strike aimed to address long-standing demands, including pay revisions and the absorption of RTC staff into the state government. With an estimated 20 lakh commuters affected, major terminals like Mahatma Gandhi Bus Station and Jubilee Bus Station were nearly deserted. Limited operations continued from select depots, but the situation led to increased use of Hyderabad metro rail services, prompting authorities to run additional trains. TSRTC Managing Director Y Nagi Reddy called the strike 'illegal' and warned of disciplinary actions against participants. However, state transport minister Ponnam Prabhakar announced that the government had accepted 29 out of 32 demands, with only a few complex issues remaining. He assured that unresolved matters would be discussed with the chief minister, emphasizing that salaries are still credited on time despite delays in the merger process.
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The strike has disrupted daily commuting for millions, particularly affecting students and workers who rely on public transport. The increased demand for metro services indicates a shift in commuting patterns during the strike.
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