The Joint Action Committee (JAC) of APSRTC employees’ unions has announced a series of statewide protest programs beginning June 23, demanding the protection of APSRTC and the resolution of long-pending employee issues. According to a statement issued on Sunday by JAC Convener Palisetty Damodar Rao, RTC employees across Andhra Pradesh will report to duty wearing red badges as a mark of protest. The employees also plan to organize dharnas and demonstrations at bus depots throughout the state to press for the fulfillment of their demands.
The JAC stated that the agitation aims to draw the government’s attention to various issues affecting RTC employees and the corporation. Union leaders emphasized the need for immediate action to address employee welfare concerns and safeguard the interests of APSRTC. As part of the protest schedule, a state-level JAC meeting will be held in Vijayawada on June 28. During the meeting, union representatives will review the progress of the agitation and announce future courses of action if their demands remain unresolved. The RTC employees’ unions have called upon all staff members to participate actively in the protest programs and demonstrate solidarity in support of their collective demands.