J&K transporters call for strike on Dec 15 over “neglect” by government

Srinagar, Dec 09: Jammu and Kashmir Transport Welfare Association on Tuesday announced a one-day token strike on December 15 over their “long-pending” demands.

Addressing a press conference in Srinagar, the association General Secretary Sheikh Mohammad Yousuf said transporters from both Jammu and Kashmir divisions have unanimously decided to observe the strike as a mark of protest.

He said the transport sector is “on the verge of collapse” due to the government’s “failure to address key issues,” including the unregulated operation of e-buses, steep hikes in fitness and green taxes and arbitrary e-challans.

He said the association will give the government a seven-day ultimatum after the strike, warning of a “major decision” if their demands remain unfulfilled. —(KNO)