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flag Contractual Punjab bus workers staged a violent strike on Nov. 28, 2025, over privatization fears, halting 3,000 buses and sparking clashes after police tried to disperse protesters.

flag Contractual workers at Punjab Roadways and PRTC launched a violent strike on November 28, 2025, opposing the government’s Kilometre Scheme, which allows private operators to run buses under contract. flag Protests turned violent in Sangrur and Patiala after police attempted to disperse demonstrators, with workers dousing a senior officer in petrol, causing burns. flag Over 3,000 buses were suspended, disrupting travel across Punjab, and more than 25 protesters were arrested. flag The strike followed the detention of union leaders and was fueled by fears of job losses due to privatization. flag Despite government claims the scheme improves efficiency, workers argue it threatens employment security and public transport stability.

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