The Chairman of the Federation of Container Transport Owners’ Association Udeni Kaluntanthri has been suspended from work.

The trade union was chiefly responsible for the recent strike action that was launched by container lorry drivers, obstructing the entry route of the Colombo Port near the Ingurukade junction in Colombo.

Speaking to News1st Udeni Kalutantri stated that he was interdicted from work as a result of engaging in a trade union action.

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