With last-mile connectivity to metro and bus stations due to the private transport strike in Bengaluru becoming scarce on Monday, many private and corporate companies, start-ups, and even some schools permitted their employees to work from home on Monday. While no blanket circulars were issued, the option was available for those who wanted it, most companies said.
Asha A., employee of a private firm, said: “I usually take an autorickshaw from my house in J.P. Nagar to R.V. Road metro station to get to my office at Trinity Circle. On Monday, after trying to get a ride for almost an hour, I gave up, and opted to work from home. Bike taxis were available, but at a higher price than usual. But it did not seem safe to take bike taxis. Some other colleagues also opted for WFH.”
Many companies said employees who sought WFH due to the strike were allowed to do so. However, the attendance at most offices, including PSUs, was not affected. While most employees took out their own vehicles to reach the office, some carpooled.
