<p>Belagavi: The indefinite strike called by the KSRTC Employees Associations Joint Action Committee left commuters stranded during the early hours on Tuesday. </p><p>Due to the strike, early morning buses to various destinations were unavailable, causing widespread inconvenience, especially for workers and students relying on public transport.</p><p>Commuters gathered at the Central Bus Stand were left waiting and seeking alternative travel options. Many formed groups to share maxicabs and other private vehicles available nearby, taking advantage of the limited transportation during the strike. Several bus stops across the City saw passengers unaware of the strike, growing increasingly restless as buses failed to arrive. </p><p>Students from rural areas faced particular hardship, unable to reach schools and colleges on time.</p><p>The KSRTC employees initiated the strike demanding a pay revision and clearance of arrears dating back 38 months. When the government failed to meet these demands during the ultimatum period, the employees proceeded with the indefinite work stoppage.</p><p>As the day progressed, efforts by NWKRTC officials to contact and persuade drivers and conductors to resume duty bore fruit. Partial bus services gradually restarted, providing much-needed relief to stranded commuters. By mid-morning, approximately 30% of the buses were operational from the Central Bus Stand.</p><p><strong>Security arranged</strong></p><p>Speaking to reporters, Police Commissioner Bhushan Borase said that security arrangements were in place for the buses that were running. “Around 30% of services have resumed, and we have ensured their protection. Private vehicle operators have been cautioned against charging excessive fares during this period,” he said.</p><p>He also mentioned that the police co-ordinated closely with NWKRTC officials, who kept updating them on the strike situation. Meetings had been held on Monday to prepare for the strike’s impact.</p><p>NWKRTC Belagavi Division Senior Controller Rajesh Huddar told DH that bus services improved steadily as the day went on, reaching over 65% by afternoon.</p><p>“We managed to resume about 30% of services during the morning hours, and by afternoon, the number of buses on the roads increased significantly, allowing commuters to travel to various destinations,” he said.</p>
<p>Belagavi: The indefinite strike called by the KSRTC Employees Associations Joint Action Committee left commuters stranded during the early hours on Tuesday. </p><p>Due to the strike, early morning buses to various destinations were unavailable, causing widespread inconvenience, especially for workers and students relying on public transport.</p><p>Commuters gathered at the Central Bus Stand were left waiting and seeking alternative travel options. Many formed groups to share maxicabs and other private vehicles available nearby, taking advantage of the limited transportation during the strike. Several bus stops across the City saw passengers unaware of the strike, growing increasingly restless as buses failed to arrive. </p><p>Students from rural areas faced particular hardship, unable to reach schools and colleges on time.</p><p>The KSRTC employees initiated the strike demanding a pay revision and clearance of arrears dating back 38 months. When the government failed to meet these demands during the ultimatum period, the employees proceeded with the indefinite work stoppage.</p><p>As the day progressed, efforts by NWKRTC officials to contact and persuade drivers and conductors to resume duty bore fruit. Partial bus services gradually restarted, providing much-needed relief to stranded commuters. By mid-morning, approximately 30% of the buses were operational from the Central Bus Stand.</p><p><strong>Security arranged</strong></p><p>Speaking to reporters, Police Commissioner Bhushan Borase said that security arrangements were in place for the buses that were running. “Around 30% of services have resumed, and we have ensured their protection. Private vehicle operators have been cautioned against charging excessive fares during this period,” he said.</p><p>He also mentioned that the police co-ordinated closely with NWKRTC officials, who kept updating them on the strike situation. Meetings had been held on Monday to prepare for the strike’s impact.</p><p>NWKRTC Belagavi Division Senior Controller Rajesh Huddar told DH that bus services improved steadily as the day went on, reaching over 65% by afternoon.</p><p>“We managed to resume about 30% of services during the morning hours, and by afternoon, the number of buses on the roads increased significantly, allowing commuters to travel to various destinations,” he said.</p>
