Rahul Gandhi Stands with DTC Employees: Calls for Equal Pay and Job Security

Rahul Gandhi addressed the challenges faced by Delhi Transport Service (DTC) employees, criticizing the lack of permanent jobs, social security, and stable income. During a bus ride and interactions with employees, he highlighted the fear of privatization and demanded equal work, equal pay, and complete justice for these essential workers.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 02-09-2024 11:44 IST | Created: 02-09-2024 11:44 IST
Rahul Gandhi Stands with DTC Employees: Calls for Equal Pay and Job Security
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Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi spotlighted the issues troubling Delhi Transport Service (DTC) employees on Monday, signaling a call for equal pay and job security. Gandhi shared his firsthand experience, which included a bus ride and conversations with drivers, conductors, and marshals.

Gandhi criticized the government's failure to provide permanent jobs or social security, leaving DTC workers with unstable incomes and the looming threat of privatization. Highlighting their contributions, he questioned why these essential workers face such injustice despite their crucial role in daily transportation.

In a poignant video shared on X, Gandhi documented his interactions and urged the government to address these concerns, emphasizing the employees' demand for equal work and equal pay. He reflected on their plight, noting the sacrifices these workers make amidst growing uncertainties.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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