Punjab Power Crisis Averted: Strike Called Off After Minister’s Intervention
The ongoing power employees’ strike in Punjab has ended following a meeting between Power Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO and representatives of the PSEB Employees Joint Forum and Bijli Mulazam Ekta Manch Punjab in Patiala today, August 14, 2025.
The strike, triggered by severe staff shortages impacting power services across the state, has been called off after positive discussions.
Details of the agreement reached during the meeting are yet to be officially released. However, sources suggest key assurances were given regarding staff recruitment and addressing the concerns raised by the employees’ unions.
The resolution brings much-needed relief to Punjab’s residents and businesses, who had been grappling with disruptions in electricity supply. The government’s swift intervention highlights the importance of addressing workforce challenges within vital public services to ensure smooth functioning and prevent future disruptions.
