Karnataka RTC Unions Announce Indefinite Strike Starting May 20
RTC unions to go on indefinite strike from May 20
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The Joint Action Committee of the Trade Unions of Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation plans to initiate an indefinite strike from May 20, despite a recent wage hike of 12.5%. They demand a 25% salary increase effective January 1, 2024, citing unfair treatment compared to other state employees.
- 01RTC unions demand a 25% salary hike effective January 1, 2024.
- 02The government announced a 12.5% wage increase, which unions find unacceptable.
- 03Unions claim discrimination compared to other state employees who received a 27.5% hike.
- 04They are also demanding payment of 26 months of arrears.
- 05The strike is set to commence on May 20, 2026.
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The Joint Action Committee of the Trade Unions of Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation has announced an indefinite strike starting May 20, 2026, despite a recent 12.5% wage increase for employees. The unions, representing seven RTC employee groups, are demanding a 25% salary hike effective from January 1, 2024, for four years. They criticized the government's unilateral decision to implement the lower wage increase without further consultation, despite Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy's earlier assurances of additional discussions. The unions highlighted perceived discrimination, noting that state government employees received a 27.5% salary increase following the Seventh Pay Commission. Additionally, they are calling for the immediate payment of 12 months of arrears, following the government's release of ₹1,272 crore for 26 months of dues. The unions urge all RTC employees to support the upcoming strike.
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The strike could disrupt public transport services across Karnataka, affecting daily commuters and the general public.
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