Private bus strike in odisha but why?

By MindStick

Private bus operators in Odisha are protesting against the 'Location Accessible Multi-modal Initiative'.

It aims to connect gram panchayats with the State Capital through a robust bus service.

Debendra Sahoo, Secretary of the Private Bus Owners Association warns the govt. that LAccMI will lead to substantial losses for private bus operators.

State Transport Minister Tukuni Sahu has urged to avoid strikes & engage in discussions, stating that govt. will not withdraw from LAccMI bus services

The Minister announced a meeting to address the crisis, to hold a strike until October 31.

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