Deputy Minister of Transport Prasanna Gunasena came down hard on striking railway station masters, vowing that the government will not allocate a single cent to trade unions that continue to oppress the public.
Speaking on the current rail chaos across the country, Gunasena acknowledged that the issue stems from a long-standing administrative dispute dating back over six years. However, he drew a clear line between unresolved internal matters and the disruption of daily life for ordinary citizens.
“This is not how grievances should be addressed. The government strongly condemns any union action that holds the public hostage,” the Deputy Minister stated firmly.
He made it unequivocally clear: “We will not give a single cent to trade unions that oppress the public.”
The railway strike has led to widespread commuter frustration, as key services have been halted. While workers demand long-overdue administrative resolutions, the government appears determined to resist pressure tactics that cripple public transportation.
As the standoff intensifies, it remains to be seen whether negotiations will resume or if this firm stance will drive an even deeper divide.
