Odisha drivers’ strike: Will resolve demands within 3 months – state govt

Over 2 lakh drivers have launched a strike across Odisha on 15 March (Wednesday) for an indefinite period demanding social security, including pension after 60 years, accident benefits, and formation of a welfare fund
With normal life across the state hit by a strike by drivers, Odisha government has promised the agitators that it would resolve their demands within three months.

The assurance was given by chief secretary PK Jena at a meeting held at 7 PM in the Conference hall with office-bearers and senior members of the Drivers’ Ekata Mahasangha (Unity grand alliance)..

Over 2 lakh drivers have launched a strike across Odisha on 15 March (Wednesday) for an indefinite period demanding social security, including pension after 60 years, accident benefits, and formation of a welfare fund.

Looking at the hardships faced by commuters, Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan urged Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik to initiate steps to resolve the issue.