Ludhiana, Nov. 2 -- Citing unfulfilled government assurances over pending demands, the Punjab Roadways, PUNBUS and PRTC Contract Workers Union on Sunday announced a three-day strike starting November 16. The union also warned of an indefinite statewide strike if authorities fail to resolve their grievances.

The decision was taken during a state-level meeting of the union held at Isru Bhawan in Ludhiana, attended by depot representatives from across the region.

State president Resham Singh Gill and founder Kamal Kumar stated that during a high-level meeting on October 29 involving the transport minister and officials from the personnel, finance, and home departments, several assurances had been given regarding employee welfare.

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