Delhi bus drivers continue strike, halting services across the city

Drivers employed by private operators under contract to the Delhi Transport Corporation have extended their strike into a second day, disrupting bus operations throughout Delhi. Buses remained parked at key depots such as Burari, Nangloi, Rewla Khanpur, GTK, Nehru Place and Shadipur, and some routes were halted mid-journey, prompting passengers to abandon the buses. Commuters turned to the Metro, autos and ride-hailing services, leading to overcrowding and longer travel times, especially for students, office workers and daily wage earners.

The striking workers are pressing for higher pay, medical coverage, social security, insurance, annual bonuses and reliable overtime compensation, arguing they are paid less than permanent DTC staff despite similar duties. The DTC Karmachari Ekta Union announced the protest will continue, while the Delhi government and transport department have not yet made a public statement, though the union expressed willingness to negotiate if its demands are addressed.