The strike launched by the Postal and Telecommunications Officers’ Union in Sri Lanka and the United Postal Trade Union Front continues for the second consecutive day today.
The strike began at 4:00 pm yesterday (17), based on 19 demands, with primary concerns on opposition to overtime payment guidelines and mandatory fingerprint attendance tracking for officers in all administrative and accounting offices.
According to the United Postal Trade Union Front, starting from the Central Mail Exchange, the strike expanded island-wide from midnight yesterday.
Joint convener of the United Postal Trade Union Front, Chinthaka Bandara, said all postal operations are expected to be disrupted today (18), as a result of the strike action.
Meanwhile, Postmaster General Ruwan Sathkumara told the media yesterday that engaging in a strike despite many demands being addressed was unfair.
“There are around 3,000 sub-post offices. They are not part of the strike. But there may be some delays in mail distribution. As Postmaster General, I express regret over the inconvenience caused. There are employees willing to report to duty, but threats have been made. I wrote to the Inspector General of Police requesting protection for those coming to work. IT platforms have been interfered with. We consider this damage to government property. If such actions continue, appropriate disciplinary steps will be enforced,” he said.
Postmaster General Ruwan Sathkumara further warned that if any disruptive actions occur, disciplinary measures will be taken. (Newswire)
