Mumbai trains stalled by motormen strike

Suburban services on Mumbai's Western Railway line took a hit Friday as over 100 motormen - as drivers of these trains are called - went on a flash strike by taking mass sick leave to press for better facilities and security.

Suburban services on Mumbai's Western Railway line took a hit Friday as over 100 motormen - as drivers of these trains are called - went on a flash strike by taking mass sick leave to press for better facilities and security.

The striking motormen demanded appointment of assistant motormen so that they do not have to work overtime. They also demanded better security.

The striking motormen demanded appointment of assistant motormen so that they do not have to work overtime. They also demanded better security.

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The strike started only a couple of hours before the peak travelling time that starts around 6 pm as commuters start for home after work hours.

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The strike started only a couple of hours before the peak travelling time that starts around 6 pm as commuters start for home after work hours.

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