On Thursday morning, around 350 employees of Viação Paranapuã initiated a strike on Governador Island, located in the North Zone of Rio de Janeiro. The primary reasons for the strike include the delayed salary payments and the lack of distribution of meal tickets, prompting workers to halt operations and demand immediate action from the company. Sebastião José, president of the Rodoviários Union, confirmed that representatives are in negotiations with company management to resolve the situation and minimize the impact on thousands of daily commuters who rely on these bus lines.

Viação Paranapuã operates various lines that connect Governador Island to the city center and other parts of North Zone, with the affected services including several bus routes such as 323, 327, and special services like SE328. The strike significantly affects transportation for many residents and workers on the island, highlighting ongoing issues within the transit system. The union remains committed to ensuring the rights of the workers and seeks a resolution that will reinstate normal operations as soon as possible.

In response, the local government has acknowledged the situation and expressed awareness of the impact this strike may have on public transport. Ensuring that union concerns are addressed swiftly is crucial to avoiding prolonged disruptions that could affect thousands, thus, city officials are monitoring the negotiations closely to facilitate a swift resolution and restore transportation services on the island.