Pakistan Railways operation resume after the drivers strike
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Pakistan Railway operation has resumed across Pakistan as Train Driver Welfare Associate strike 'failed' mainly due to intervention of Federal Railway Minister Saad Rafique. All the trains, however, were late for hours because of which passengers had to face serious troubles.
Earlier, the drivers had announced that strike will continue until their demands are not met by the ministry. The demands included increases in mileage and meal allowance and restoration of suspended drivers, some of which are reportedly involved in different train accidents.
Reportedly 278 drivers had submitted leave application, which has been rejected by railway ministry.
Thousands of passengers left stranded due to the strike.