Punjab Roadways Strike Ends: Govt Promises Action on Regularisation

Punjab Roadways and PRTC contractual employees called off their three-day strike on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, following a meeting with state ministers. The employees had brought the state’s transportation system to a standstill, causing significant inconvenience to commuters.

Their primary demand was the regularization of their jobs. The government has agreed to examine their demands within the next 15 days.

The strike also highlighted broader concerns amongst various transport unions regarding job security and working conditions. Similar protests are expected unless the government addresses the core issues.

This resolution, while temporary, underscores the growing unrest amongst contractual workers in the state. The government’s response in the coming fortnight will be crucial in determining the future of labour relations in the state’s transport sector and preventing further disruptions.

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