Transport Ministry says railway strike illegal; assures disciplinary action

Transport Ministry says railway strike illegal; assures disciplinary action

July 9, 2024   09:58 pm

The Secretary of the Ministry of Transport Ranjith Rubasinghe emphasizes that since public transport including railway services have been declared as essential services, the strike to be launched by the Station Masters’ Union is illegal.

Furthermore, he stated that strict disciplinary action will be taken against those are not reporting for duty.

Rubasinghe also expressed that if any disruption occurs to the operation of office trains tomorrow (10) due to the strike situation, necessary steps have been taken to deploy more Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) buses.

He highlighted that free transportation will be provided for the passengers who have obtained train season tickets on SLTB buses accordingly.

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