Sri Lanka, March 23 -- Severe queues were reported at major bus terminals this morning (23) after several private bus associations withdrew from operations pending a formal revision of bus fares.

This trade union action caused significant disruption to passengers, leaving many stranded and struggling to find alternative transportation during peak hours.

The situation follows the government's decision to revise fuel prices, effective from midnight on March 21.

In response to the increase in the price of Lanka Auto Diesel, bus associations formally notified transport authorities that a fare adjustment was necessary to offset rising operational costs.

Although the associations had requested a revision by yesterday (22), they stated that ...