05 Jan 2024 | 01:31 PM UTC
India: Unionized bus drivers shorten labor action in Assam State as of late Jan. 5 /update 1
Bus drivers reduce strike duration to 24 hours in Assam, India, late Jan. 5. Services to resume 05:00 Jan. 6; residual disruptions likely.
As of late Jan. 5, unionized bus drivers in Assam State have reduced their strike duration from 48 to 24 hours. The decision follows assurances from state-level transport authorities to address demands concerning specific legal provisions of the 2023 Indian Penal Code with the central government. Organizers indicated that transport services will resume starting at 05:00 Jan. 6. The work stoppage has caused disruptions to several related operations, including inter-city commercial vehicles and long-distance buses. Organizers could recommence the labor action at short notice if they perceive the government to be reneging on the assurances.
Lingering disruptions are likely to occur as strike participants attempt to normalize state-level transport operations.
Confirm bus transport schedules if operating in Assam State through at least Jan. 6. Avoid all demonstrations as a precaution. Depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance. Allow additional travel time near gathering sites. Plan accordingly for possible localized business disruptions. Heed all official transport and security advisories.
