An industrial court in Mumbai has declared the ongoing strike by Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) workers illegal. The court has instructed all employees to return to their duties as soon as possible and the court has also asked the state government to take steps to resolve the dispute.

The court`s decision comes amid a prolonged strike by MSRTC workers, which has significantly disrupted public transportation services. The court directed the state government to address the workers` grievances by organising a meeting with the leaders of the striking MSRTC unions at the earliest opportunity.