Lahore (HRNW)– The transporters’ strike in Punjab ended after successful negotiations with the government. The Pakistan Transport United Action Committee announced that the strike is being withdrawn after the implementation of the traffic ordinance was temporarily suspended.
The strike, which began late at night, continued till noon, causing severe hardship to the people across the province. Due to the closure of public transport, citizens had to find alternative means, while an unusual rush was seen at railway stations.
In the afternoon, Provincial Transport Minister Bilal Akbar Khan held talks with Pakistan Transport United Action Committee Chairman Asmatullah Niazi, Tanveer Khan, Nabil Mahmood, Malik Nadeem Hussain and other representatives. The Transport Minister assured the delegation that the implementation of the traffic ordinance is currently being suspended and there will be no fines. Along with this, a committee has also been formed to resolve the issues.
Talking to the media after the talks, Ismatullah Niazi said that the decision to end the strike has been taken on the assurance of the government. He said that commercial vehicles will not be challaned nor will vehicles be stopped at police stations.
After the announcement of the end of the strike, transport in various cities of the province gradually began to recover.
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