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.
