Mumbai: Bus services on some routes operated from Kurla and Shivaji Nagar depots were marginally affected on Friday after wet-lease bus drivers staged a flash protest over wage-related issues.According to BEST officials, the disruption was limited and efforts were immediately initiated to resolve the matter. A BEST spokesperson said discussions were underway with the contractor concerned and the issue was being sorted out.To minimise inconvenience to commuters, BEST deployed its full-time drivers to operate buses in the absence of wet-lease staff. Officials said services continued on most routes, though some delays were reported during the protest.The undertaking expressed confidence that the dispute would be resolved shortly and that the protesting drivers would return to duty. BEST said it was closely monitoring the situation to ensure normal services are restored and commuters are not adversely affected.
