Full-scale strike today in Tamil Nadu
Posted on: 25/Apr/2017 11:40:57 AM
A full-scale strike is being conducted today throughout Tamil Nadu in support of the farmers agitation. 1 Lakh police have been deployed for security and safety.
The main organising party DMK had appealed for the support of other political parties in this strike. Congress, Communist parties, and VCP have come to support this.
State transport corporation unions also proposed to participate in the strike – but, since bus services would be greatly affected on a weekday putting the public to hardship, the state government has declared that buses will operate as usual.
Autos will not run today (Tuesday, 25th April) in support of the strike in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. As all the small scale traders and shop owners are participating, most shops remained closed. 2 shows have been cancelled in the movie theatres. Petrol bunks remain open.
15000 police have been deployed throughout Chennai Metro. Additional security has been provided at Chennai Central and Egmore Railway Stations.
The operations of Chennai Metro Rail is not affected.
Police are deployed on patrol duty in order to prevent any untoward incidents.
