The YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) staged a massive protest at the district Collectorate opposing the alleged privatization of Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (RTC) services. Party leaders, workers, and supporters participated in large numbers, raising slogans against the government’s policies and demanding the protection of public transport services.
During the demonstration, YSRCP leaders expressed concerns that privatization could negatively impact RTC employees, passengers, and rural transportation services. They argued that public transport plays a crucial role in connecting villages and towns, and any move toward privatization could affect affordable travel facilities for the common people.
Protesters submitted a memorandum to district officials, urging the government to reconsider its decisions and safeguard the interests of RTC workers and commuters. Several speakers at the event emphasized the importance of strengthening the public transport system rather than reducing government involvement in its operations.
The protest attracted significant public attention, with leaders accusing the government of adopting policies that could weaken public sector institutions. They demanded transparency regarding future plans for RTC and called for discussions with employee unions before implementing major changes.
Authorities deployed adequate security arrangements near the Collectorate to maintain law and order during the demonstration. The protest concluded peacefully, with party leaders vowing to continue their agitation until their concerns are addressed.
The issue has sparked political debate across the state, with various stakeholders closely monitoring developments related to the future of RTC services and the welfare of its employees.