Private Bus Operators In Kerala Begin Indefinite Strike Demanding hike in Ticket Fare

Bus strike in Kerala: Users have been posting photos and updates about the bus strike, which they say has hit daily commuters.

Private bus operators in Kerala have launched an indefinite strike from Thursday (March 24). They are demanding increase in ticket fare in the wake of rising fuel prices. Various private bus operators' unions have supported the strike. They claim that the state government, even after assuring them that ticket prices will be increased, has delayed the decision. A number of users on social media are posting photos of the strike, showing non-availability of buses and how it is affecting the lives of daily commuters. No ???? #Bus Strike #Keralapic.twitter.com/hEot46JpTt

The president of Kerala State Private Bus Operators Federation Sathyan told news agency PTI that a notice regarding the proposed strike was given to the government more than two weeks ago but no discussion has taken place so far on the issue.

However, Transport Minister Anton Raju told Kerala Kaumudi that ticket price will be increased, whether the bus operators go on strike or not.

What are the demands of private bus operators?