The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) employees have started their indefinite strike, demanding a salary hike and better working conditions. The strike, which began on a weekday, has already started to show its impact on the city’s transportation system. With over 20,000 buses off the roads, commuters are facing a tough time traveling to their destinations. The city services, which are usually crowded, are now empty, and the rural areas are completely disconnected. The strike has not only affected the daily commuters but also the students, office-goers, and traders who rely on the KSRTC buses for their daily travel. The employees are demanding a salary hike of 35%, which they claim is long overdue. They are also demanding better working conditions, including the provision of basic amenities like toilets and restrooms at bus stations. The government has tried to negotiate with the employees, but so far, no agreement has been reached. The strike has been called by the KSRTC Employees Union, which claims that the government has not fulfilled its promises made during the previous strike. The union has warned that the strike will continue until their demands are met. The commuters are bearing the brunt of the strike, with many being forced to travel long distances on foot or by auto-rickshaws. The city’s traffic is also getting affected, with many roads witnessing long jams and congestion. The rural areas, which are already underserved, are now completely cut off from the rest of the world. The traders and businessmen are also facing losses, as the strike is affecting the transportation of goods and commodities. The government has tried to arrange alternative transport, but it is proving to be inadequate. The situation is getting worse by the day, and the commuters are getting increasingly frustrated. The employees are determined to continue their strike until their demands are met, and the government is under pressure to find a solution. The strike has also highlighted the long-standing issues faced by the KSRTC employees, including low salaries and poor working conditions. The government needs to take immediate action to address these issues and find a solution to the strike. The commuters are hoping that the strike will be called off soon, and the city’s transportation system will return to normal. The strike has also raised questions about the government’s ability to manage the state’s transport system and provide basic amenities to its citizens. The situation is being closely watched by the public, and the government is under pressure to deliver. The KSRTC employees are firm in their resolve, and it remains to be seen how long the strike will continue. The government needs to take a proactive approach to resolve the issue and prevent further inconvenience to the commuters.