Karnataka Bus Strike: Transport Workers Call 'Bengaluru Chalo' Protest; Services Affected?

• Karnataka transport employees have called for a statewide strike and 'Bengaluru Chalo' protest on January 28 after talks with the state government failed.
• The protest, led by Anant Subbarao, will take place at Freedom Park in Bengaluru from 10 am to 4 pm, with thousands of employees expected to participate.
• BMTC has warned employees against abstaining from work, stating that bus services will continue and public transport is an essential service.
• Employees demand 38 months of outstanding dues (2020-2023) and a wage revision effective January 1, 2024.
• The government proposed wage revision from January 1, 2026, and arrears for only 18-20 months, which the JAC rejected.

Why It Matters: Karnataka transport workers' 'Bengaluru Chalo' protest on Jan 28 threatens bus services over wage disputes.