A protest was held by bus drivers of the Tangalle Bus Depot this morning (29) in front of the Depot to object the alleged unjust firing of another bus driver.
Service of the bus driver who operates the Tangalle-Colombo route on the Southern Expressway has been temporarily terminated due to an incident which occurred on the 25th August while on duty.
Claiming that the dismissal was unfair, all buses of the Tangalle Depot halted operation from 12 noon yesterday (28) and the bus drivers commenced a protest in front of the depot this morning.
In addition, the protestors also demand salary hikes, withdrawal of excessive fines and proper promotions based on qualifications.
Meanwhile the private buses operating on the Tangalle-Colombo main road have launched a strike today (29) to protest an assault against a bus driver in Beliatta area.
Accordingly, buses that commute from Tangalle to Colombo, Matara, Kirinda and Hakmana have joined the protest.
The assaulted bus driver is currently receiving medical treatment at Tangalle Base Hospital and he has undergone a surgery this morning, said Ada Derana reporter.
