Ministry expresses displeasure over sudden train strike
- CNL Reporter
- May 17, 2025
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The Transport and Highways Ministry expressed their displeasure over the sudden train strike launched by the Sri Lanka Railways Station Masters’ Union (SLRSMU), which caused inconvenience to the public.
Issuing a communiqué, the Ministry stated that the strike was launched based on two demands: promoting Station Masters every five years and halting measures for new recruitments.
The communiqué further noted that Cabinet approval was granted at the beginning of this year for 909 recruitments to the Railways Department, which included 106 new Station Master positions.
Accordingly, the Ministry expressed its dissatisfaction over the sudden strike, especially since steps had already been taken to address their demands.
The Ministry also raised suspicion that the union might be attempting to pursue other objectives by launching such a strike, thereby inconveniencing the public.
Furthermore, the Ministry emphasised that it would not hesitate to take all necessary measures to intervene and ensure the smooth operation of train services in the country.
