Show-cause notices issued to 37 bus drivers at Wazirabad DTC depot over ongoing stir

At least 37 drivers at Delhi Transport Corporation’s (DTC) Wazirabad depot were issued show-cause notices on Wednesday for allegedly obstructing bus operations between September 16 and 22, according to a statement issued by the depot manager.

The disciplinary action, which includes blacklisting of eight drivers, comes amid an ongoing strike by DTC bus drivers that began on September 15 seeking better pay, paid leave, and social security benefits.

The drivers who received the notices have been directed to present their case in writing within 24 hours, failing which the depot could conduct an internal inquiry and arrive at an ex parte decision.

Several drivers have returned to work fearing termination while others have reportedly fled to their home towns fearing a government crackdown.