'Where Is Politics?': CITU State President Soundararajan Asks Minister After His Allegation On Tamil Nadu Bus Strike

The State President of Centre of Indian Trade Union (CITU) A Soundararajan challenged the idea that politics played a role in the strike seeking clarification on the minister's remarks.

On Tuesday, workers of Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC) started an indefinite strike, citing various demands.

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During the current Transport Union strike in Tamil Nadu, A Soundararajan, the State President of the Centre of Indian Trade Union (CITU), responded to Minister Sivasankar's claim of 'political moves' in the strike. Soundararajan questioned the minister's decision to hold talks while stating that many buses were still operating. He also challenged the idea that politics played a role in the strike, seeking clarification on the minister's remarks.

As the Transport Union strike continues for the second consecutive day in the state, Centre of Indian Trade Union (CITU) State president A. Soundararajan said, "...They are playing politics in support of their party. We are doing the same thing we did earlier. Where is the politics? It is only to divert the people... If he (the transport minister) says that many buses are plying, then why is he calling us for talks and asking us to return to duty... What we'll do tomorrow will be decided later."

#WATCH | Tamil Nadu: As the Transport Union strike continues for the second day, Centre of Indian Trade Union (CITU) State president A. Soundararajan says, "...They are playing politics in support of their party. We are doing the same thing we did earlier. Where is the politics?… pic.twitter.com/dSpDb0uu7G

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On Tuesday, workers of Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC) started an indefinite strike, citing various demands. These include the filling of vacant positions for bus drivers and conductors and the release of Dearness Allowances (DA) for retired workers statewide. Additionally, the workers are urging the government to commit to signing the 15th wage revision agreement for a pay increase. The strike follows unsuccessful talks between transport authorities and union representatives, leading to a deadlock in negotiations.