BEST strike day two: Commuters face hardships as buses remain off roads

Mumbai's public transport ground to a halt for a second day as BEST employees continued their strike despite government intervention and the invocation of the Essential Services Maintenance Act. Lakhs of commuters faced severe disruption, relying on overcrowded alternatives. Union leaders remain firm, demanding key concessions including budget merger and pay commission implementation, leaving passengers stranded.

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