Audio: NTC can’t take decision on fares-LPBOA

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The National Transport Commission has no right to take an unanimous decision on not to increase bus fares, Chairman of the Lanka Private Bus Owner's Association (LPBOA) Gemunu Wijeratne said.

Earlier the NTC had announced that bus fares would not be increased.

“We requested diesel subsidies, not a fare hike, but the government has refused to accept the proposals,” he said.

He also charged that NTC was pushing them for a strike action and said, “We would not hesitate to take any action against the Commission and to launch a strike action at any time.”

He said that, earlier decisions have been taken after discussions between the two parties. (Chaturanga Pradeep)

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MIG-FromDubai Wednesday, 13 February 2013 04:29 AM

Dear Leaders, Kindly accede to his demands, or he will bring the WHOLE COUNTRY to a stand still.

kumara Wednesday, 13 February 2013 04:52 AM

Then you are to decide? If you can't do your business properly, let the govt handle the transport syste alone.

Coconut Donkey Wednesday, 13 February 2013 07:08 AM

I Have a sneaking suspicion that this guy is a vampire...!!!!

Che Thursday, 14 February 2013 12:00 AM

i think the goverment should have more ctb busses.if the ctb outnumber private busses there wont be an issue.sadly the goverment has to bow down to these clowns who treat the passengers shabily no matter what price the tickets would be. via DM Android App

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